Butternut Squash & Bourbon Bisque to Die For!
- Ready In:
- 1hr 25mins
- Ingredients:
- 18
- Serves:
-
6
ingredients
- 1 -2 butternut squash
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced leek
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1⁄4 cup Bourbon
- 1⁄2 cup dry sherry
- 1⁄4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 5 cups roasted chicken stock
- 3⁄4 cup evaporated skim milk
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with
- 2 tablespoons water
directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- With a sharp knife, prick the squash in several places to allow steam to escape while it cooks (otherwise, it could burst).
- Place the squash in a baking dish lined with foil and roast for about 90 minutes, until the squash is soft when you push on it.
- Let cool for 30 minutes, so it's easier to handle, then peel, seed, and remove strings. Cut the roasted squash into 1/2-inch pieces, or scoop meat out with a spoon.
- In a heavy soup kettle, heat the olive oil and add the onions. Cook until light golden brown and add the leeks and cumin. Cook for 2 minutes and add the garlic and ginger.
- When the garlic is fragrant, add the maple syrup, soy sauce, bourbon, sherry, and nutmeg. Add the squash and stock and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and cook gently for 15 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender), puree the soup until very smooth.
- Add the evaporated milk, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes: do not bring to a boil.
- Add the cornstarch mixture and serve in soup plates.
- If you like, garnish this soup with garlic and Parmesan cheese croûtons and a dollop of nonfat sour cream.
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Mooseybear
United States
I am a single mom in Seattle. I enjoy a wide variety of activities including reading, crafts, sports (my son plays baseball and football), cooking, and just about anything else you can think of. We have 2 dogs, Thunder and Lightning...my taste testers. I have lived in this area most of my life. Everytime I move away, I come back because it's so beautiful. I have been hopping on Zaar for a while now, perusing recipes and getting ideas. I figured it was time to contribute back to the site...add some recipes and reviews.