Butternut Squash and Sausage Soup: A Cozy Delight!
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A warm and hearty soup made with butternut squash and sausage, perfect for chilly days.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream (optional)
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in the diced butternut squash and thyme.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or blend in batches).
- If desired, stir in heavy cream and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier soup, use hot Italian sausage.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg