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Spicy Butternut Squash Soup: Easy Sweet Potato Delight Recipe

Spicy Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

This spicy butternut squash and sweet potato soup is a delicious and easy recipe that’s perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop the butternut squash and sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
  6. Stir in the lemon juice before serving.

Notes

  • This soup can be blended for a smooth texture or left chunky for more texture.
  • Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper.

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Keywords: Spicy Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup