butternut squash soup
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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.
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prep time
cook time
45 Min
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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
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Step 1Coat 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.
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Step 2Reduce 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.
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Step 3193 calories calories 0.5 grams saturated fat 459mg.sodium and best of all,no cholestrol.
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