Smoky Squash Soup With Black-Eyed Peas |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I got bored of all butternut squash soups being the same. When I picked up some black-eyed peas at the store today I remembered my new obsession with smoked paprika. This soup has some Spanish/Mexican type flavors and is hearty and filling. Vegetarian and easily made vegan by omitting the cream. Ingredients:
2 shallots, finely diced |
2 cups butternut squash, diced |
2 carrots, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick |
1 medium yukon gold potato, peeled and cut into 8 pieces |
1 tablespoon vegetable oil |
4 cups vegetable broth |
1 cup dry white wine |
1 tablespoon smoked paprika, divided in half |
1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed well |
1 cup corn kernel, fresh or frozen |
1/2 cup heavy cream (optional) |
1 roasted red pepper, finely chopped |
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice |
salt and pepper |
cumin |
cayenne |
Directions:
1. Pour oil into a medium soup pot and turn head to medium. Add shallots and cook over medium heat until slightly softened, about 4-5 minutes.
2. Add squash, 1/2 T of paprika, and cook another 7 minutes or so until it has absorbed the oil and softened.
3. Add carrots, potato, broth, and wine and bring to a boil. Reduce to medium and cook at a low boil for about 20 minutes, or until carrots fall apart when pierced with a fork.
4. Turn off heat and allow the soup to cool a bit, about 10-15 minutes.
5. When soup is slightly cooled, insert an immersion blender into the pot and puree all ingredients - this should only take about a minute to get a smooth puree. Return to medium heat and bring to a simmer again.
6. While simmering, add the remaining paprika and other spices to taste. Careful not to use more than the barest dusting (really just a few granules) of cayenne or your soup will be very hot! This is just for zest, not for heat.
7. Add peas, corn, and chopped pepper. Let cook for 5 more minutes on low heat.
8. Add cream if desired, stir thoroughly, and check for seasonings. Add more spices to taste and lemon juice, then turn off heat. Serve immediately.
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