Delicious and nutritious Bean and Butternut Squash Soup

This Bean and Butternut Squash Soup is the perfect comfort food for a chilly day. Made with tender butternut squash, hearty beans, and flavorful spices, this soup is both delicious and nutritious. It's easy to make and can be served as a stand-alone meal or as a starter for your main course. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this soup is a must-try for any soup lover.

Ingredients

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
• 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the cubed butternut squash, white beans, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and paprika to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender.
4. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, carefully puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, work in batches and be sure to vent the blender to prevent hot soup from splattering.
5. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

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