How to Build and Cultivate Resilience
Creamy Butternut Squash Soup
Hillary has been making this soup every fall season for many years. It is an office favorite — and when made with vegetable stock and without the optional half-and-half or cheese, it is not only healthy but also vegan! Either way, it is delicious and satisfying on a cold autumn or winter day. The hardest part is peeling and chopping the butternut squash. After that, it comes together very quickly, especially if you have a handheld immersion blender. If not, you can use a blender, food processor, or even a potato masher (but your soup will not be as creamy).
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INGREDIENTS
• 3 tbsp good olive oil • 2 yellow onions, chopped
• 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling) • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cut into chunks • 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth • 2 tsp kosher salt • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper • 1 cup half-and-half (optional) • Grated Parmesan cheese or croutons, for serving (optional)
DIRECTIONS
1. In a heavy-bottomed stockpot, heat the oil, add the onions, and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, or until translucent. 2. Add the pumpkin purée, butternut squash, chicken or vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes, until the butternut squash is very tender. 3. Blend with an immersion blender or process the mixture in batches in a food processor or blender. You can also process the mixture through the medium blade of a food mill or use a potato masher for a more rustic soup. 4. Return to the pot, add the half-and-half (if using) and heat slowly. Serve hot with garnishes, if desired.
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