Velvety Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Sage
Silky oven-roasted butternut squash blended with sweet caramelized onions, roasted garlic, cream, and brown butter crispy sage.
In a nutshell:This authentic american velvety roasted butternut squash soup with crispy sage comes together in just 55 minutes with simple ingredients. The chef's secret: roasting the squash rather than boiling deepens the natural sugars into rich caramelized sweetness. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
The quintessential autumn comfort soup! Roasted butternut squash halves caramelize until tender and sweet, blended velvety smooth with warm vegetable broth, aromatics, and a swirl of cream, finished with fragrant crispy sage leaves and toasted pepitas.
Key Equipment
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- Baking sheet & parchment
- Immersion blender (or stand blender)
- Dutch oven
- Small skillet
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Pro-Tip: Roasting the squash rather than boiling deepens the natural sugars into rich caramelized sweetness.
- Pro-Tip: For a vegan version, substitute canned coconut milk for heavy cream and olive oil for butter.
- Pro-Tip: Store refrigerated up to 5 days or freeze without cream for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
4
servings
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1 large butternut squash, approx 3 lbs, halved and seeded
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2 tbsp olive oil, for roasting
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, roasted in skins
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3 ½ cups vegetable broth, low-sodium
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½ cup heavy cream, or canned full-fat coconut milk
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, for crisping sage
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12 leaves fresh sage
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¼ tsp ground nutmeg, freshly grated
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1 tsp kosher salt, to taste
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½ tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas), for garnish
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Roast Squash and Aromatics
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place unpeeled garlic cloves in the cavity. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes until deeply tender and caramelized.
Sauté Onion & Simmer
In a Dutch oven, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 6 minutes until translucent. Squeeze roasted garlic from papery skins and scoop roasted squash flesh directly into the pot.
Blend Silky Smooth
Pour in vegetable broth and ground nutmeg. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes. Use an immersion blender (or high-speed countertop blender) to purée soup until completely silky and velvety. Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning.
Crisp Sage in Brown Butter
In a small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Once foaming and starting to turn nutty brown, add sage leaves and fry for 45 to 60 seconds until crisp. Remove immediately.
Garnish and Serve
Ladle hot soup into bowls. Drizzle with nutty brown butter, top with crispy fried sage leaves, toasted pepitas, and a swirl of cream.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes! Roast frozen squash cubes on a sheet pan at 400°F for 25 minutes until browned at edges, then blend as directed.
Very! Freeze in silicone freezer blocks or glass jars leaving 1 inch of headspace for up to 3 months.
Warm crusty sourdough or toasted garlic focaccia is ideal for dipping into the rich velvety broth.