Butternut Squash Soup
This Butternut Squash Soup is like a warm, cozy hug in a bowl. It’s smooth, creamy, and packed with flavor—think sweet, tender butternut squash blended with potatoes, carrots, and a savory chicken broth. Honestly, it’s the kind of soup that makes you feel like you’re indulging in something fancy, but it’s super easy to whip up. You can have it as a starter, or pair it with a fresh salad or some crusty bread and call it dinner. It’s one of those dishes that feels special but doesn’t take a ton of effort. Perfect for a chilly day when you need a little comfort.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 stalk celery chopped
- 1 medium carrot chopped
- 2 medium potatoes cubed
- 1 medium butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 32 oz container chicken stock
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Get Everything Ready:
- Start by gathering up all your ingredients so they’re within reach. It’ll make things go so much smoother!
Sauté the Veggies:
- Warm up the butter in a big pot over medium heat, letting it melt down nicely. Once it’s nice and melted, add the chopped onion, celery, carrot, potatoes, and butternut squash. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and get a bit of color.
Add the Stock & Simmer:
- Pour in enough chicken stock to cover the veggies. Turn up the heat to bring it to a boil, then drop it to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for around 40 minutes. You want everything to be super tender and ready to blend.
Blend Until Smooth:
- Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender if you have one) and blend until it’s smooth and creamy. If it’s thicker than you’d like, just add a little more stock until it’s the perfect consistency.
Season & Serve:
- Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Ladle it into bowls, serve it hot, and enjoy every comforting spoonful!
Notes
Making this soup gluten-free is a breeze! Just double-check that your chicken stock is gluten-free (sometimes there are hidden additives), and you’re good to go. Everything else in this recipe is naturally gluten-free, so you won’t need to make any complicated swaps. Easy, right? That way, you can enjoy all that creamy, delicious goodness without any worries.