Butternut Squash Pear Soup
This soup is one of my favorites that I've ever made. It's hardy, full of fall flavor and just a tad sweet. The ginger and sage pair so incredibly well with butternut squash and the pear is just a perfect lightly sweet flavor that doesn't overpower.
Ingredients:
2 lbs. diced Butternut squash
1 lb. chopped pears
3-4 cups vegetable broth
1 large yellow onion
1 cup milk or cream
salt and pepper
2 tsp. sage
1 tsp. cumin
2 tsp. ginger powder
1 tbsp. garlic powder
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Sautee butternut squash and onions in butter in a large pot over medium-high heat until softened. Add spices to squash and onion mixture as you sautee.
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Once the onions and squash are somewhat soft, add in vegetable broth. Simmer for about 20 minutes on medium-low. Add more spices at this point if you want tons of flavor!
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Add pears, simmer another 10 minutes.
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Remove from heat, place in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
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Put back on medium-low heat and stir in milk or cream. Cook 3-5 more minutes.
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Let cool and enjoy!