Spiced Squash&Watercress Soup
This velvety butternut squash soup is a comforting blend of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for warming you up on a chilly day. The combination of tender butternut squash, aromatic onions, and a hint of heat from dried chilli flakes creates a deliciously smooth and hearty soup. Finished off with a touch of fresh watercress and creamy creme fraiche, this soup is a delightful treat for the taste buds. Enjoy a bowlful with some crusty bread for a satisfying and wholesome meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 900g butternut squash, wash, deseeded and cut into chunks
- 1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
- 600ml vegetable stock
- 1 (100g) pack watercress, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp creme fraiche
Instructions
- 1. Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion and saute for 2 mins. Add the squash, stir well then cover with a lid. cook for 2 mins.
- 2. Stir in the chilli and stock, then bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 15mins or until the butternut squash is tender.
- 3. Transfer to a blender and whizz until smooth. Return the soup to the saucepan and add the watercress and creme fraiche. Season to taste. Gently reheat before serving with crusty bread.
Yield
Serves 4
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