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Smokey Apple & Butternut Squash Soup
 Courtesy of U.S. Apple Association
 
Servings: 7
Prep Time: 15 Min. Cook Time: 45 Min. What you need:
* 1 Tbsp. butter
* 1 Tbsp. olive oil * 3 large onions, finely chopped (about 4-1/2 c.) * 1 tsp. chipotle chili powder * 2 lb. butternut squash, peeled and cut into chunks (about 6 c.) * 1 lb. sweet apples, peeled and cut into chunks (about 3-1/2 c.) * 1 c. apple juice (more if necessary) * 1 c. chicken broth * 1/2 tsp. salt * 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper What to do:
1. Heat oil and butter in large saucepan; add onions and chili powder. Cook and stir until onions are tender, about 10 min. Add squash, apples, apple juice, chicken broth, salt and pepper; bring to boil.
2. Cover and cook on low heat until apples and squash are very soft, about 30 min. Cool. Puree with an immersion blender or a food processor; return to saucepan. Add additional apple juice or broth, if needed. Garnish with toasted pecans, sour cream swirls and thin apple slices, if desired. |
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