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Curried Squash and Pear Soup
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
60 minutes
Curry and ginger-spiced Butternut Squash Soup with Pears - simple and delicious!
Ingredients:
  • 6 cups cubed butternut squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons yellow curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 2 cups peeled, chopped Bartlett pear (about 1 pound, 3 pears)
  • 1 1/2  cups water
  • 1 cup pear nectar
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock (use veg stock for vegetarian option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 small Bartlett pear, cored and thinly sliced
Instructions:
  • In a large, thick-bottomed pot over high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of butter. Add half of the cubed butternut squash and coat with the oil. Sauté until lightly browned on several sides, then transfer to a bowl using a slotted spoon. Repeat with the second half of the squash and then transfer to the same bowl.
  • In a heated pot with olive oil, sauté chopped onions until softened. Sprinkle in curry powder, ground ginger, and nutmeg. Cook for a few more minutes to enhance flavors.
  • Incorporate the pear: Mix in the chopped pear and stir until coated. Cook for an additional minute.
  • Combine the browned butternut squash with the onion and pear mixture. Pour in the water, stock, pear nectar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • For a smooth consistency, blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches in a standing blender. Adjust thickness by adding water to thin or boiling to thicken.
  • Finish the soup off with a luxurious touch by turning off the heat and gently swirling in 1/4 cup of cream. Serve the soup in bowls, topping it with elegant slices of pear for a beautiful presentation.

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