
BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP



INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons organic extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup chopped leeks
- 1 cup chopped organic whole carrots
- 1 cup chopped organic celery hearts
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 32 ounce container organic vegetable broth
- 3 pounds butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 2 tablespoons chopped organic fresh sage
- 1 cup organic half & half
DIRECTIONS
In large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add leeks, carrots, celery and garlic to oil; salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until leeks are softened (about 3-5 minutes).
Add in broth and squash; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until squash is tender. Stir in chopped sage last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove from heat.
Using a food processor or blender, puree soup in batches; return to pot. Stir in half & half and continue simmering 5 minutes.