Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the vegetables: Peel and dice the squash. Shred the cabbage, chop the carrots, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté the onions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and carrots: Stir in garlic and carrots, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Combine squash and cabbage: Add squash and cabbage to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Simmer: Pour in vegetable broth and thyme, bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Blend (optional): For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend half of the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot!
Notes
- Squash Choice: Opt for butternut or acorn squash for their natural sweetness and smooth texture. These varieties blend well and give the soup a rich, velvety consistency.
- Adjusting Consistency: If you find the soup too thick after blending, simply add a bit of vegetable broth, milk, or water until it reaches your preferred texture.
- Freezing Tips: This soup freezes wonderfully, but the texture may slightly change once reheated. To maintain its creamy consistency, gently reheat on the stove, adding a splash of vegetable broth or milk to revive its smoothness.
- Flavor Enhancements: For extra depth of flavor, consider adding a pinch of ground cumin or smoked paprika to the sautéing vegetables. This will enhance the earthy tones of the squash and cabbage.
- Dairy-Free Option: To make this soup dairy-free, substitute the vegetable broth with coconut milk, and use dairy-free butter instead of regular butter for richness without the dairy.