Katsu Butternut Squash Soup

Smooth with just a little kick from the Katsu Japanese Curry., so simple to make and so delicious.

Ingredients

  • vegetable broth  ·  4 cups 
  • medium onion, chopped  ·  1 cup 
  • cloves garlic, minced  ·  2 
  • olive oil  ·  1 teaspoon 
  • Herbies Katsu Japanese Curry  ·  5 teaspoons 
  • salt, plus more, to taste  ·  1/2 teaspoon 
  • maple syrup  ·  2 tablespoons 
  • plain low-fat yogurt, for garnish  ·  4 teaspoons 
  • butternut squash, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes  ·  11/2 pound 

Instructions

  • Heat oil over medium heat in a 6-quart stockpot.
  • Add onions and garlic and sauté until soft but not brown, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the butternut squash, broth, curry powder and salt and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat stir in Maple syrup and puree with an immersion blender or in batches in a blender until smooth.
  • Season with salt, to taste.
  • Ladle into serving bowls and add a dollop of yogurt.

Jenny's Tip: - If not a yogurt person try cheese or if vegetarian, perhaps chives.

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