Brown's Butternut Squash & Apple Soup
Creamy, naturally sweet soup featuring roasted butternut squash and apples, finished with a hint of cinnamon for cozy autumn flavors. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 60 minutes pairs medium, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups, peeled and diced 1/2 inch butternut squash
- 2 medium, peeled and diced 1/2 inch apples
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp, fresh or dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 2 cups diced butternut squash and 2 diced medium apples with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast at 400°F for 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Step 3: Add the roasted squash-apple mixture, 3 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp fresh thyme, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until flavors meld.
- Step 4: Carefully blend the soup with an immersion blender until completely smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup coconut milk and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 3 more minutes until heated through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brown's Butternut Squash & Apple Soup take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Brown's Butternut Squash & Apple Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, diced onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brown's Butternut Squash & Apple Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brown's Butternut Squash & Apple Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Brown's Butternut Squash & Apple Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
I've tried many soups recipes and this is hands down the best.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
