Butternut squash soup with apples and bacon
Discover the cozy flavors of autumn with our low-carb butternut squash and apple soup. Made with a blend of bacon, butternut squash, and apple, this recipe promises a tasty and satisfying meal. Seasoned with aromatic spices and simmered until just right, each spoonful offers a perfect mix of savory and sweet. Topped with crispy bacon, a dollop of heavy cream, and fresh green onions, this soup is a treat for both your taste buds and your appetite. Whether you're watching your carb intake or simply looking for a delicious meal, this recipe will surely hit the spot.
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*Net carbs are per serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 large apple, peeled and chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried sage
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Garnish: bacon, heavy cream, thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, fry the chopped bacon until fully cooked. Remove to a paper-towel-lined plate and drain all but 1 tablespoon of grease.
- Add the onions and saute until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the butternut squash, apple, dried sage, dried thyme, ginger, cinnamon, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a low simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
- Return half of the cooked bacon to the pot. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. (If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer soup to a regular blender to puree. This may need to be done in batches.) Once pureed, taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Garnish the soup with the remainder of the cooked bacon, a drizzle of heavy cream, and green onions. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Butternut squash soup with apples and bacon
Serving Size
1.5 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
537
% Daily Value*
Net Carbohydrates
24
g
Carbohydrates
29
g
Fiber
5
g
Sugar
9
g
Protein
34
g
Fat
32
g
Saturated Fat
11
g
Trans Fat
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
14
g
Cholesterol
90
mg
Sodium
2259
mg
Potassium
1134
mg
32
%
Vitamin C
39
mg
47
%
Vitamin A
909
µg
130
%
Calcium
108
mg
11
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. Nutrition facts are sourced from the USDA Food Database. Values may vary depending on brand of ingredients used.
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