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Autumn Squash Bisque with Ginger

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Recipe Notes

  • Broth can be canned or made using bouillon. For each cup of broth use 1 cup very hot water and 1 teaspoon or 1 cube bouillon
  • Freeze extra lemon juice to use later.

 

 

Ingredients

2 teaspoons
oil
2 cups
sliced onions
2 pounds
winter squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch cubes (4 generous cups)
2 pears, peeled, cored, and diced, or 1 can (15 ounces) sliced pears, drained and chopped
2 cloves
garlic, peeled and crushed
2 Tablespoons
coarsely chopped, peeled fresh ginger, or 1 teaspoon powdered ginger
1⁄2 teaspoon
thyme
4 cups
chicken or vegetable broth (see notes)
1 cup
water
1 Tablespoon
lemon juice
1⁄2 cup
plain nonfat yogurt

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and cook, stirring constantly until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add squash, pears, garlic, ginger and thyme; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  4. Add broth and water; bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until squash is tender, 35-45 minutes.
  6. Puree soup, in batches if necessary, in a blender. (If using a blender, follow manufacturer’s directions for pureeing hot liquids.)
  7. Return soup to pot and heat through. Stir in lemon juice.
  8. Garnish each serving with a spoonful of yogurt.
  9. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • Broth can be canned or made using bouillon. For each cup of broth use 1 cup very hot water and 1 teaspoon or 1 cube bouillon
  • Freeze extra lemon juice to use later.
Photo of Autumn Squash Bisque with Ginger
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 45 minutes
Makes: 10 cups
Nutrition Facts: View Label
Last updated: 12/06/19

3 Comments for "Autumn Squash Bisque with Ginger"

Submitted by lkraemer on Mon, 12/07/2015 - 15:30

We made this recently for a food bank demonstration and it scaled up really well. Some folks were hesitant to try it but those that did really loved the flavor.

Submitted by JMA1445 on Wed, 04/23/2014 - 11:38

I really love the creamy texture and flavor of this recipe.  I actually made a big batch and froze it in portion sizes to reheat for dinner after the birth of my baby.  It freezes really well.  Thanks!

Submitted by Swootman on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 15:30

One word. Yum!

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