Introduction
Try out this homemade butternut squash velouté recipe that’s easy to make. This unique, aromatic, and rich soup is perfect for warming up during the chilly evenings at year’s end. The combination of butternut squash, walnut oil, and crushed hazelnuts will delight your taste buds and elevate this dish to a gourmet level!
Nutritional Info
Calories per 100g: approx. 80
Portion Size
Serves 4
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
For 4 servings:
– 1 butternut squash
– 2 shallots
– 1 tablespoon of olive oil
– Milk or chicken broth (as needed)
– 15 cl of fresh cream
– Nutmeg (to taste)
– Walnut oil (to taste)
– Crushed hazelnuts (to taste)
– Salt (to taste)
– Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
1. Preparing the Squash
Start by peeling, seeding, and chopping the butternut squash into small pieces.
2. Cooking the Vegetables
In a large skillet, sauté the finely chopped shallots until golden. Add the butternut squash and let it sweat. Cover with milk or chicken broth and simmer until the squash is tender.
3. Seasoning and Blending
Season with salt and nutmeg. Add the cream and then blend everything to a smooth consistency (add more cream if desired for texture).
4. Serving
To serve, pour the velouté into a serving dish. Drizzle with walnut oil, sprinkle with crushed hazelnuts, and finish with a twist of freshly ground pepper. Enjoy hot, accompanied by croutons and cheese cubes for dipping.
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