Squash Soup

"My dad's recipe and a family favorite. You can leave out the meat for a vegetarian option. Great winter soup for cold days!"
 
Download
photo by a food.com user photo by a food.com user
Ready In:
1hr 30mins
Ingredients:
8
Serves:
6-8
Advertisement

ingredients

  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 12 - 1 lb smoked ham or 1/2-1 lb bacon, chopped
  • 1 1 acorn squash or 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 3 -4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 -4 cups chicken stock or 3 -4 cups vegetable stock
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
  • salt and pepper
Advertisement

directions

  • Hint: to make it easier to peel squash, cut in half, scoop out seeds, and microwave for 5 minutes. Let it cool and then peel and chop squash.
  • Saute the onions and ham in a couple tablespoons of oil or butter in a very large pot (If you are using bacon you do not need the oil or butter).
  • When the onions are starting to get crispy, deglaze the pot with the stock, add the squash and potatoes, and pour in enough water to liberally cover the vegetables.
  • When the vegetables are very soft, mash them up a bit with a potato masher, then add the milk, salt and pepper, and brown suger if desired.
  • Heat through and enjoy!

Questions & Replies

Got a question? Share it with the community!
Advertisement

Reviews

  1. Tell Dad he's got a winner here! Excellent in every way-- thanks so much!
     
Advertisement

RECIPE SUBMITTED BY

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

Find More Recipes