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One-Pot Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

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A cozy, easy-to-make one-pot soup combining creamy butternut squash, crisp apples, and fresh sage for a comforting fall meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (600g) peeled and cubed butternut squash
  • 2 medium apples (Fuji or Honeycrisp recommended, Granny Smith optional)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6–8 fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped
  • 4 cups (1 liter) vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream or coconut milk

Instructions

  1. Peel and cube the butternut squash into roughly 1-inch pieces. Core and chop the apples into similar-sized chunks. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves. Roughly chop the sage leaves.
  2. Place a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once shimmering (about 2 minutes), add the chopped onion. Cook, stirring often, until softened and translucent, around 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped sage leaves. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the cubed butternut squash and apple chunks. Stir to combine and mingle flavors for a minute or two.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth. Increase heat to bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until squash and apples are tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, blend in batches carefully and return soup to the pot.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk if using, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through for 2-3 minutes over low heat without boiling.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh sage leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to reach desired consistency. For brightness, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving. Use low heat when cooking sage to avoid bitterness. Frozen butternut squash can be used with slight adjustment in cooking time. For vegan option, substitute cream with coconut milk and ensure broth is vegan.

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Keywords: butternut squash soup, apple soup, one-pot soup, fall recipe, cozy dinner, easy soup, vegetarian, gluten-free

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