Butternut Squash Soup

What you'll need

• 1 large (about 3 lbs)butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoonsolive oil
• 1/2yellow onion, diced
• 2 clovesgarlic, minced
• 4 cupsvegetable broth
• 1/4 teaspoon eachground cinnamon and nutmeg
• 1/2 cupheavy cream (optional)
• to taste salt and black pepper

Let's cook

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion for 4-5 minutes until softened.
2. 2Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3Add the butternut squash, broth, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then bring to a boil.
4. 4Reduce heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes, until the squash is very tender.
5. 5Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth, or carefully in batches in a countertop blender.
6. 6Stir in cream if using, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.