Description
This hearty and comforting butternut squash and sausage soup is packed with savory sausage, tender squash, and warming spices. It’s perfect for chilly nights and easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Creamy, flavorful, and filling — it’s a cozy bowl everyone will love.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casing removed
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1 medium onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
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3 cups chicken broth
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1 cup water
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon ground sage
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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Add butternut squash, chicken broth, water, thyme, and sage. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until squash is tender.
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Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth (or blend in batches in a regular blender).
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Stir in the cooked sausage and heavy cream (if using). Simmer for 5 more minutes.
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Taste and season with salt and pepper.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
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For a dairy-free version, skip the cream or use coconut milk.
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You can use pre-cut butternut squash to save time.
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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg