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Creamy Squash Soup

By: Gayle Lewis

"Gayle Lewis, field editor from Yucaipa, California, simmers a smooth full-flavored soup featuring whatever winter squash is available. 'Serve with rolls, fruit and cheese,' she suggests."

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Prep Time:
15 Min

Cook Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

3 bacon strips
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups mashed, cooked winter squash
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk, divided
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Sour cream

Directions

In a saucepan or Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp; crumble and set aside. Drain all but 1 tablespoon drippings; saute onion and garlic in dripping until tender. In a blender or food processor, puree squash, flour, 1/3 cup milk and onion mixture; add to pan. add broth, curry powder, salt, pepper, nutmeg and remaining milk; bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 2 minutes. Top servings with a dollop of sour cream if desired. Sprinkle with bacon.