Butternut Squash Creamy Soup

Butternut squash is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. It’s a fantastic source of Vitamin A, providing more than the recommended daily amount in just one serving. This vibrant vegetable may help maintain healthy blood pressure levels and regulate blood sugar. Incorporate it into your diet and eat the rainbow with this creamy, hearty soup!

Prep Time: 30 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup chopped leek
• 1/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 butternut squash, peeled and chopped
• 5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, leek, and garlic, and stir-fry until the onion is tender.
2. Add the chopped potatoes and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the butternut squash, vegetable broth, bay leaf, oregano, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4. Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until creamy. You can add more broth if the soup is too thick. A hand blender can also be used for convenience.
5. Add ground black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil to each bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley.
6. Optional: Add a spoonful of yogurt to each bowl when serving.

Optional Add-Ons: Croutons or salty granola

Enjoy!

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