Butternut squash recipes are really for
any time of the year, but why not have some fun by celebrating National Homemade Soup Day on February 4th?
I’m not really a squash fan, but
when it comes to butternut squash – I’m in love! As a vegetarian I enjoy eating butternut
squash on a regular basis instead of potatoes to improve health and maintain
blood sugar levels. They also provide the
benefits and good source of vitamins such as A, C, iron and riboflavin.
Another thing that is a perk for
using squash in your recipes is that it can be stored for long periods of time
(up to 3-4 weeks). Usually we just let
ours sit on the counter or in a cool dry place.
Winter squashes are best purchased in
the early fall (acorn, spaghetti or butternut squash). Look for the flesh to be a flat, not shiny in
appearance without any cracks, soft spots or blemishes. The smaller sizes have a sweeter taste
so keep that in mind depending on the recipe.
Great soups begin with great ingredients
wouldn’t you agree? Try a new twist on regular boring soups. Add pears, apples
or cinnamon and give your soup a healthy boost. Just a hint of sage or ginger
can really bring out the best in any soup recipe.
Equipment Needed:
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| Health Master Elite Blender |
Kitchen supplies: skillet, spoon, knife, measuring cup, microwave safe bowl, blender
Cook time: 45 min
Ready in: 45 min
Yields: 4
1
large red apple cubed
1
whole peeled - seeded- and cooked squash
1
tablespoon olive oil
1/2
small peeled onion (optional)
1
clove of garlic peeled (optional)
1/2
teaspoon of thyme
2
cups vegetable stock
1/4
teaspoon of cinnamon
sea
salt and ground pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
Recipe
calls for the use of a Health Master or other food cooking blenders/food
processors.
How
to cook the squash:
We
have tried just putting the ingredients in the blender, but it doesn't get done
enough and the squash is still somewhat raw. This is what we suggest for this
recipe that works for us.
Step
1: Wash squash before you cut it. Peel, remove seeds and cube butternut squash.
Rinse the squash again. (Please view the video on how to cut squash safely.)
Place in large microwave safe bowl and cover. Cook on high for 15 minutes or
until soft (mashable).
Step
2: In the meantime, combine the apple, onion, garlic, and thyme with the olive
oil in a saucepan cooking for about 3-5 minutes.
Step
3: Add vegetable stock, squash and sautéed mixture to the blender. Put on the
lid. Turn on speed 8 for 8 minutes if you are using the Health Master Blender.
If using another blender, pulse it until the desired texture is achieved, and
then re-heat. Spoon into bowls and add apple or other garnish if desired.
Enjoy!
This is the health master blender that we use. It does a great job, especially with squash.
Enjoy!
This is the health master blender that we use. It does a great job, especially with squash.
Pulverizes and liquefies whole fruits and vegetables while
retaining the vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phyto-nutrients.
Extra-large 70-ounce. BPA-Free pitcher with stainless steel blade. Blends both
wet and dry foods.
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