Butternut Squash Soup: Easy Warmth with Turkey Bacon Delight
A comforting and flavorful butternut squash soup featuring the delightful addition of turkey bacon, perfect for chilly days.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups butternut squash, diced
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the diced butternut squash and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then stir in the heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit turkey bacon and use olive oil instead.
- Feel free to adjust spices according to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Butternut Squash Soup, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food