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Spicy Winter Squash Soup
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 6
Spicy and satisfying soup! Olive oil can be cut back to a drizzle for those looking to lighten their fat intake. NOTE:If using curry powder...replace basil with cilantro or parsley.
Ingredients:
2 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning or 2 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 lbs winter squash
2 -3 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 liter skim milk
2 cups sweet onions, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
4 teaspoons olive oil
10 ounces frozen corn kernels
10 ounces frozen green beans or 10 ounces frozen green peas
3/4 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
Directions:
1. Trim edges of squash, cut into four pieces, remove seeds.
2. Steam 12-15 minutes until soft.
3. Scrape the squash from the skin into a blender, add ginger and 2 1/2 cups milk; purée.
4. Sauté onion, celery and garlic in 3 teaspoons olive oil until onions are soft.
5. Reduce heat to low, stir in Cajun spice mix. Stir for 30 seconds, add squash purée and remaining milk.
6. Bring to a boil, simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Add corn and green beans and continue to simmer.
8. Stir in basil.
9. Season with salt to taste.
By RecipeOfHealth.com