Ingredients
20ozpre-cut butternut squash,(2 packages)
1red bell pepper,roughly chopped
1medium yellow onion,roughly chopped
3clovesgarlic,smashed and peeled
7cupswater
1tbspsalt
2tbspsugar,plus more if necessary
½cupheavy cream
croutons,for garnish, optional
fresh thyme,chopped, for garnish, optional
Preparation
Combine all of the ingredients except for the heavy cream in a large soup pot. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 35 minutes.
Using a hand-held immersion blender, purée the soup until silky smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with croutons and thyme, if desired.
Serve and enjoy.
