Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup

Total Time:Prep: 25 min. Cook: 7 hours

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Pat Roberts, Thornton, Ontario

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 30, 2023

I got this golden soup recipe from a friend. Sometimes I add a few slices of red pepper to change up the flavor a bit. —Pat Roberts, Thornton, Ontario

Can you freeze Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup?

Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or milk if necessary.


Test Kitchen tips
  • Fresh ginger adds bright flavor, but ground ginger can be used instead. Use just a dash for the 1/4 teaspoon fresh called for in the recipe.
  • Stirring in the cream at the end prevents it from curdling from too much heat.
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    Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup

    Yield:8 servings (2 quarts)
    Prep:25 min
    Cook:7 hours

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon canola oil
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 2 garlic cloves, sliced
    • 1/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
    • 1 small butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
    • 1 pound fresh baby carrots
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
    • 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
    • Sliced green onions, optional
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    Directions

    1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion, garlic and ginger until tender, 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker.
    2. Add all remaining ingredients except cream and green onions. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are soft, 7-9 hours.
    3. Puree soup using an immersion blender, or cool slightly and, in batches, puree in a blender and return to slow cooker. Stir in cream; heat through. If desired, top with green onions.