Butternut Squash and Cumin Soup
Here's a rich and creamy butternut squash soup that's perfect for a cold night. The cumin and chili powder give it a warm and inviting flavor, while the squash provides a natural sweetness. It's also a great way to use up leftover squash.
Butternut squash soup is a classic fall dish, but it's also one that can be enjoyed all year round. This recipe is a bit different from the traditional version, as it uses cumin and chili powder to give it a warm and inviting flavor. I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover squash. I had already made a few different soups with it, but I wanted something different. I decided to try adding some cumin and chili powder, and the result was amazing. The soup was rich and creamy, with a warm and inviting flavor. It was also a great way to use up leftover squash. Since then, I've made this soup many times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Butternut Squash and Cumin Soup Butternut Squash and Cumin Soup Butternut Squash and Cumin Soup Butternut Squash and Cumin Soup
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and cook until softened.
  3. Add the garlic and cumin and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add the butternut squash, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the squash is starting to soften.
  6. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  8. Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
Why It Works
  • The combination of butternut squash, cumin, and chili powder creates a warm and inviting flavor.
  • The squash provides a natural sweetness that balances out the spices.
  • The soup is rich and creamy, thanks to the addition of vegetable broth.
  • It's a great way to use up leftover squash.