Game Night Sticker Soup
A comforting butternut squash soup with roasted vegetable 'sticker' toppings, designed to be shared while gaming on Discord. This american-inspired soups (vegan) ready in about 60 minutes pairs peeled and cubed Butternut squash, Olive oil, medium, diced Onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, 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 lbs, peeled and cubed Butternut squash
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp, chopped Fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1/2 cup, diced Roasted red peppers
- 1/4 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 2 lbs peeled and cubed butternut squash with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until tender and caramelized at edges.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add roasted squash, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, and 1 tbsp maple syrup. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth (or transfer to a blender in batches).
- Step 5: Return soup to pot if using blender. Stir in 1/2 cup diced roasted red peppers and warm through for 2 minutes.
- Step 6: Ladle into bowls and garnish with 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese and 2 tbsp chopped parsley.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Game Night Sticker 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 Game Night Sticker 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Game Night Sticker 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 Game Night Sticker Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Game Night Sticker Soup vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
