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Anne Murphy

Chestnut Soup

5 from 2 votes
Rich and sweet, Chestnut Soup made with butternut squash is gluten free and vegan (with optional dairy garnish.) Luxurious first course for an elegant meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 butternut squash cooked
  • olive oil for pan
  • 1 c white part of a leek cleaned and sliced
  • 4-6 c light vegetable broth
  • 8 oz roasted and peeled chestnuts
  • 1/2 t nutmeg
  • salt if needed
  • Optional garnish - either heavy cream or sour cream

Method
 

  1. Peel squash, and chop if needed.
  2. Heat oil in pan, and saute leeks until soft. Add squash and broth, and simmer until vegetables are fully cooked.
  3. Add chestnuts. Puree.
  4. Add nutmeg. Taste for salt, add if needed. Stir in.
  5. Bring to a boil, and simmer five minutes to meld flavor.
  6. Serve. Optionally, add either a drizzle of cream or a dollop of sour cream as garnish.