Cooking Instructions
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Step 1
Heat a medium-size saucepan over low heat. Add the
White Onion (1/2)
,
Garlic (1 clove)
and Water (1/2 Cup). Cook until the onions and garlic are softened, being careful not to let them burn, 5 to 7 minutes — the water will be nearly evaporated.
Step 2
Add the
Butternut Squash (1.1 kg)
and the
Chicken Stock (240 mL)
and bring to a boil.
Step 3
Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the squash is soft, about 20 minutes.
Step 4
Using an immersion blender, purée until roughly smooth. (Alternatively, carefully pour the mixture into a blender. Holding the top down with a towel, blend until smooth.)
Step 5
Add the
Apple Cider (360 mL)
,
Sour Cream (120 g)
,
Salt (6 g)
.
Step 6
Continue blending until well combined. Add
Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste)
and add more salt if necessary. (I often add another teaspoon of kosher salt.) Add more sour cream if desired (I always do.). Thin out with more stock — you may need as much as another cup of stock. Taste, adjust seasoning again as necessary.
Step 7
Serve immediately with
Bread (to taste)
.