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Butternut Squash Pear Soup with Sage

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls

Ingredients

  • 1 large butternut squash at least 2lbs, should yield 2 cups roasted
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery peeled and chopped
  • 2 pears peeled, cored and diced (I like using bartlett)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt & pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F then line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Cut off the stem of the butternut squash then slice down the center lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and loose flesh. Lightly rub with oil then place face down on the baking sheet. Roast for 30 to 45 minutes, until soft and golden brown. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large pot, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the onion and cook for about 3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic, carrot, celery, salt & pepper and continue to cook for another 2 minutes. Lastly, add the pear, and dried sage. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until pear is soft.
  • Once the squash is cool enough to handle, use a spoon to scrape the flesh into the large pot. There should be about 2 cups worth of squash. Add the broth, stir together then bring to a boil. Allow to cook for 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar then set aside to cool.
  • While soup is still warm (but not boiling hot) transfer to a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Add more salt or seasonings, as desired. Pour into bowls, serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • I made this with both bosc and bartlett pear varieties and found that we prefer bartlett. They are a little sweeter and stronger in flavor but you are free to use whatever variety you prefer.
  • The recipe requires 2 cups of roasted butternut squash which comes out to one large butternut squash. If you can't find a big one, make sure you have at least 2 pounds worth.
  • For vegetable broth, I always use Better Than Bouillon Organic Vegetable Base because I find it has the best flavor. For 2 cups squash, I recommend starting with 3 cups broth. If you find that you desire a thinner texture after blending, simply add another 1/2 to 1 cup broth before serving.