Simple Summer Squash Soup

Name: Simple Summer Squash Soup
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: United Kingdom
Ingredients: 1 (1 pound) butternut squash, peeled and cubed; ¼ cup water; ¾ cup whole milk; ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

This is a refreshing butternut squash soup recipe that is simple to make, delicious, and healthy!

INGRIDIENT

1 (1 pound) butternut squash, peeled and cubed

¼ cup water

¾ cup whole milk

½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste

salt and ground black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste (Optional)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste (Optional)

DIRECTION

Step: 1

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add butternut squash, cover, and steam until tender, about 15 minutes.

Step: 2

Blend squash and water together in a blender until smooth. Add milk and Cheddar cheese; blend until smooth. Season soup with salt and pepper.

Step: 3

Transfer soup to serving bowls and top each with sour cream and cilantro.