1Butternut or Honeynut Squashhalved, seeds removed, skin on
2tablespoonsUnsalted Butter
Salt and pepper
Granulated garlic
Red pepper flakesoptional
Chicken or Vegetable Broth
Heavy cream
Pure maple syrupto taste
Creme fraicheoptional, for garnish
Roasted pumpkin seedsoptional, for garnish
Fried sage leavesoptional, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Place squash halves, cut side up, on a parchment or foil lined baking sheet. Break butter into pieces on top of squash and in cavity. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and red pepper flakes. Place in the oven.
Bake 30 to 45 minutes, until squash is fork tender.
Chunk up cooked squash and place into blender along with cream, stock, and maple syrup. Pulse and blend until smooth. (Use caution when blending hot liquids, do not over-fill blender!)
Run the soup through a strainer to remove thickness and create a smoother soop.
Garnish with a drizzle of creme fraiche, roasted pumpkin seeds, and fried sage leaves.