butternut squash soup recipe ()

Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

This Butternut Squash Soup Recipe is rich, smooth, and full of comforting fall flavor. Made with tender squash, hearty vegetables, and savory stock, it’s easy to customize into a creamy, roasted, spicy, or curried version. Perfect as a cozy appetizer or satisfying main dish.

butternut squash soup recipe ()
butternut squash soup recipe ()

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Butter (Or Olive Oil)
  • 1 Small Onion, Chopped
  • 1 Stalk Celery, Chopped
  • 1 Medium Carrot, Chopped
  • 2 Medium Potatoes, Cubed
  • 1 Medium Butternut Squash (About 2 Pounds), Peeled, Seeded, And Cubed
  • 4 Cups Chicken Or Vegetable Stock
  • Salt, To Taste
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper, To Taste

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ Cup Heavy Cream (For Creamy Version)
  • ½ Cup Coconut Milk (For Dairy-Free Or Curried Version)
  • 1 Teaspoon Curry Powder (For Curried Butternut Squash Soup)
  • 1 Apple, Chopped (For Apple Variation)
  • Pinch Cayenne Pepper (For Spicy Version)

Directions

  • Melt Butter In A Large Pot Over Medium Heat. Add Onion, Celery, Carrot, Potatoes, And Squash. Sauté For About 5 Minutes Until Lightly Golden.
  • Pour In Enough Stock To Fully Cover The Vegetables. Bring To A Boil Over Medium-High Heat.
  • Reduce Heat To Low, Cover, And Simmer For 35–45 Minutes Until All Vegetables Are Very Tender.
  • Remove From Heat. Blend Soup Using An Immersion Blender Until Smooth, Or Carefully Blend In Batches In A Stand Blender.
  • Return Soup To Pot. Stir In Additional Stock To Reach Desired Consistency.
  • Season With Salt And Black Pepper To Taste.

Optional Variations:

  • Stir In Heavy Cream For A Creamy Butternut Squash Soup Recipe.
  • Add Coconut Milk And Curry Powder For A Curried Or Dairy-Free Version.
  • Add Chopped Apple During Simmering For A Sweet, Autumn Flavor.
  • For Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Roast Cubed Squash At 400°F (200°C) For 25–30 Minutes Before Adding To The Pot.
  • Serve Hot With Fresh Herbs, Croutons, Or A Dollop Of Sour Cream.
butternut squash soup recipe ()
butternut squash soup recipe ()

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Total Time: 1 Hour
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 250 Per Serving