Delicata Creamy Squash Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 delicata squash, seeded and chopped
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup coconut cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the squash and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until the squash is tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the coconut cream, thyme, and nutmeg. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Delicata squash is a type of winter squash, native to North America.
• The flesh of delicata squash is creamy and sweet, making it perfect for soups and other dishes.
• This soup can be easily made vegan by substituting vegetable broth for the coconut cream.