Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Dinner recipes that can easily fit into your meal rotation? Priceless.

I love finding dishes that are truly delicious and can be made over and over again…

And with December gearing up to be one crazy month, I am very much in need of simple meals.

That is what I share with you today.

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, hands down is one meal that I have in constant supply my kitchen during the fall and winter seasons. It’s incredibly creamy, slightly sweet and super comforting during the darker months of the year.

I also love it because it is easy in so many ways:

*There are 3 affordable, seasonal and accessible main ingredients.

*It’s just a roast + blend kind of affair, so there’s minimal hands-on time.

*It will surely please all types of eaters.

Go ahead and double the recipe — it freezes really well.

(but I have a feeling you’ll be polishing off the pot in no time!)

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

This soup is delicious on it’s own, but you may wish to pair it with a sandwich or salad for a more filling meal.

1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds) peeled and seeded
1 medium yellow onion, peeled
2 organic McIntosh apples, peeled and cored
3 tablespoons good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups *vegetable broth (more to thin)

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the butternut squash, onions, and apples into 1-inch cubes. Place them on a sheet pan and toss them with the olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Divide the squash mixture between 2 sheet pans and spread in a single layer. Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, tossing occasionally, until very tender. Meanwhile, heat the stock to a simmer in a large pot. When the vegetables are done, place them in the pot of stock and simmer for 15 minutes. Use an immersion blender (or regular blender) and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste for seasonings to be sure there’s enough salt and pepper. Enjoy!

*Make sure you use a really flavorful vegetable broth! My favorite is Rapunzel Vegetable Bouillon with Sea Salt. You can find this brand at Whole Foods and most health foods stores.

Some Yummy Topping Options: 

chopped sage sauteed in olive oil; pesto; pumpkin seeds; croutons; chives; a swirl of coconut milk!

Be creative. Have fun.

Do you have a great simple weeknight recipe? Leave me a comment. I would love to hear from you!