Description
This Savory Butternut Squash Gnocchi Soup envelops your senses with its velvety texture and rich, earthy flavor. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of sweetness from the squash and the comforting heartiness of tender gnocchi, making it the perfect dish for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Soup:
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Gnocchi:
- 1 package (16 ounces) store-bought gnocchi
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the cubed butternut squash and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.
- Return the soup to the pot, stir in heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Heat through on low for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, usually about 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with the cooked gnocchi.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a non-dairy cream alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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