8cupscubedseeded and peeled butternut squash (2 medium)
1large applepeeled, chopped
1large onioncut into 1-inch pieces
2tablespoonspacked brown sugar
¾teaspoonsalt
¾teaspoonground cinnamon
⅛teaspoonpepper
3cupschicken brothfrom 32-oz carton
¾cupmilk
1container6 oz Greek fat-free plain yogurt
2tablespoonschopped fresh chives
Instructions
In Dutch oven or stockpot, mix squash, apple, onion, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon and pepper.
Add broth.
Cover; heat to boiling over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat; simmer about 20 minutes or until squash is tender.
In blender or food processor, place one-third of mixture.
Cover and blend until smooth; return to Dutch oven.
Repeat twice to blend remaining soup.
Stir in milk and yogurt.
Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, just until thoroughly heated.
Serve soup topped with chives.
Notes & Wine Advice
Time-saver:
Purchase already peeled and cut-up squash if available at your grocery store. Or, you can use a swivel-headed peeler and make quick work of peeling the squash.
Quick Variation:
To make this recipe meatless, use vegetable broth in place of chicken broth.