butternut squash soup

(1 RATING)
52 Pinches
michigan, WY
Updated on Aug 8, 2012

With more than 10,000 mcg of beta-carotene and two-thirds of a day's worth of vitamin c, this soup will get you to glowing.

prep time
cook time 45 Min
method ---
yield 4 (1/2)cup serving for each

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large leeks,green and white parts chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 pounds butternut squash,peeled and cubed (about 4cups)
  • 2 large carrots,grated
  • 3 cups fat-free,reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

How To Make butternut squash soup

  • Step 1
    Coat large soup or broth pot with cooking spray.Add oil and heat over medium-high heat.Add oil and heat over medium-high heat.Add leeks and saute until translucent and soft,6 to 7 minutes.Add cinnamon and nutmeg and cook 1 minute longer or until fragrant.Add squash,carrots,and broth and bring to a boil.
  • Step 2
    Reduce to a simmer and cook 20 to 25 minutes longer,until vegetables are tender.Puree soup in a food processor or blender.Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Step 3
    193 calories calories 0.5 grams saturated fat 459mg.sodium and best of all,no cholestrol.

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