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Butternut Squash, Apple Cider, & White Cheddar Soup

Cozy up to a bowl of this unique soup with the perfect blend of fall flavors!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time35 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 5 c. diced butternut squash
  • 1 c. diced onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 12-oz. bottle pumpkin ale
  • 1 c. apple cider
  • 2 c. chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 c. extra-sharp white cheddar, grated
  • 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg

Instructions

  • Melt butter over medium heat in a large stock pot. Add butternut squash, onion, garlic, and salt. Saute until squash has softened slightly, about 8 minutes. Add pumpkin ale, apple cider, and broth. Simmer another 10-12 minutes or until squash is totally softened. Using an immersion blender, blend soup until smooth. Whisk in white cheddar until melted, then stir in nutmeg.

Notes

Adapted from Cooking For Keeps.