Name: Holiday Apple Butternut Squash Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 cups Chicken Broth (regular, Natural Goodness™ or Certified Organic); 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 carrots, diced; 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed; 1 Gala apple, peeled, cored, and diced; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 0.5 cup dry white wine (such as Chardonnay); 0.5 cup cream; 0.25 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 0.25 cup cooked and crumbled bacon; 0.25 cup chopped green onions

Embrace the essence of autumn with this velvety soup, a symphony of sweet butternut squash, tart apple, and aromatic spices, swirled together in a creamy broth. This soup is a hug in a bowl, perfect for crisp evenings and festive gatherings.

Follow The Directions

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Step

5 mins

In a stock pot, combine chicken broth, butternut squash, carrots, apple, and butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. (5 minutes)

02

Step

20 mins

Reduce heat to low and simmer until vegetables and apple are soft. (20 minutes)

03

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0 mins

Remove from heat. Puree mixture using an immersion blender or potato masher until smooth.

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0 mins

Stir in white wine, cream, brown sugar, and five-spice powder.

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Step

10 mins

Place pot over low heat and simmer until heated through, stirring constantly. (10 minutes)

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0 mins

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

07

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0 mins

Ladle into bowls and garnish with bacon and green onions.

For a vegan option, substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth and use olive oil instead of butter. Omit the bacon garnish or replace it with toasted pumpkin seeds.
A pinch of nutmeg or a dash of maple syrup can further enhance the warm, autumnal flavors of this soup.
Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)

Total Reviews: (5)

Stephon Ferry
Jun 28, 2025
Emily L: So easy to make and so delicious! I used coconut milk instead of cream, and it was still fantastic.
Michale Gibson
Jun 24, 2025
David K: I made this for a fall dinner party, and everyone raved about it! Will definitely be making it again.
Tad Gottliebhand
Jun 23, 2025
Michael B: My family loved this! I added a little bit of nutmeg, and it was perfect for Thanksgiving.
Bret Kautzer
Jun 20, 2025
Sarah J: This soup is amazing! The five-spice powder adds such a unique flavor.
Quinton Schroeder
Jun 19, 2025
Jessica P: The bacon and green onion garnish really elevates the soup. A total crowd-pleaser!

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