Acorn Squash Soup
- Ready In:
- 1hr 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 8
- Serves:
-
8
ingredients
- 4 medium acorn squash
- 4 baking apples, peeled cored and chopped (or pears!)
- 1⁄3 cup brandy
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
directions
- Cut each acorn squash in half and scoop out seeds.
- Place squash and apples in a microwave safe casserole with about 1/2 cup of water to steam, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and microwave about 8 minutes or until fork tender. (May need to be done in batches).
- Allow the squash to cool slightly, then scoop out flesh, leaving about 1/2 inch in the bowls.
- If you're not using the shells, simply quarter squash, then steam with the apples. Allow squash to cool, then peel and discard skin.
- In a large blender or food processor, puree the squash and apples until smooth, about 1 minute. If more liquid is needed, add some of the stock while blending.
- Pour the brandy into a 5 quart kettle.
- Ignite with a flame and cook over medium heat until flame dies (or until your father-in-law panics and throws the lid on it.).
- Add the squash puree, curry powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and stock.
- Cook until reduced by two thirds, about 45 minutes.
- Add cream and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Serve in prepared shells, garnished with additional cream, sprinkled nutmeg, and a baked apple slice.
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I live on the coast of Florida, near St. Pete. Great seafood abounds here! Cooking good, family friendly meals is my passion, and my kids are as into it as I am. (My 3 year old cracks a mean egg!)
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