# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables & Fruit
01 - 1 medium butternut squash (about 4.4 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cubed
02 - 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
05 - 4 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
06 - 1/2 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
→ Spices & Seasoning
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - Chopped chives or parsley
12 - Toasted pumpkin seeds
13 - Additional coconut milk or cream for drizzling
# Steps:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Add cubed butternut squash and chopped pears to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
03 - Stir in ground ginger, ground cinnamon, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the spices release their aroma.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until squash and pears are tender.
05 - Remove pot from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or blend in batches using a standard blender with care.
06 - Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream. Adjust seasoning to taste and gently reheat if necessary before serving.
07 - Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped herbs, toasted pumpkin seeds, and a drizzle of coconut milk or cream if desired.
