During the winter season, we’re taking the opportunity to experiment with a variety of delicious and healthy meals that can be included in a two-week meal plan. These homemade recipes are ideal for providing you with energy-filled days.
Kicking off our menu is the renowned butternut soup. It has been tried, tested, and proven to be a nutritious choice, particularly on cold winter nights.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 15 ml of soft butter (We highly recommend Lurpak, our favorite brand)
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed
- 5 ml or 1 tsp of cinnamon
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes (If you prefer, you can use pre-cut butternut squash to save time and effort. The peeling and cutting process can be quite time-consuming!)
- 750 ml of water
- 3 tsps of Inpaarman’s vegetable stock pot
- 250 ml of fresh cream
The Recipe:
- Begin by melting the butter in a pot. Then, sauté the onion and garlic until they become soft. Next, add the cinnamon to the mix, ensuring everything is well combined to achieve a flavorful and slightly sweet taste.
- Incorporate the chopped and peeled butternut squash into the pot, along with the water and vegetable stock pot. Remember to use 1 tsp of vegetable stock pot for every cup of water. Stir everything together thoroughly.
- Allow the mixture to boil until the butternut squash becomes tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat and transfer the contents to a blender. Blend until you achieve a smooth consistency, and this is the point where you add the fresh cream to achieve the perfect texture.
That’s it! You now have the ideal meal for a chilly day. Serve the butternut soup with hot garlic or French bread to complete the experience.
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