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Apple and Butternut Squash Soup

The tartness of apples combined with the smooth, nutty taste of butternut squash make a delicious soup. This harvest recipe is packed full of vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and carotenes which may offer protection against developing type 2 diabetes. A great starter to your Thanksgiving meal, is vegan and free of gluten and lactose.

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  • Ingredients
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • 2 medium onion, chopped

    • 1 clove garlic minced

    • 1 teaspoon thyme

    • 1 dried bay leaf

    • 1 teaspoon dried cumin

    • 4 cups peeled cubed butternut squash

    • 3 cups peeled, chopped apples such as Empire, Gala or McIntosh

    • 4 cups organic low sodium vegetable stock

    • Sea salt and pepper to taste

  • Methods / Steps

    In large saucepan over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and cook about 7 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in squash, apples and stock and bay leaf. Add bay leaf and cumin. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until squash is tender. Puree in small batch in blender or food processor. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Additional Tips

    Recipe courtesy of Joanne Capano. Joanne is a regular contributor on www.NaturallySavvy.com.

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