Ingredients
Directions
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add squash, broth, nutmeg, and white pepper; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until vegetables are very tender.
Purée soup in saucepan with hand-held immersion blender or in batches in food processor or blender. Return soup to saucepan.
Stir in half-and-half; heat through. Add additional half-and-half, if necessary, to thin soup to desired consistency.
Serving Suggestion: Garnish with a swirl of fat-free half-and-half or a sprinkling of fresh parsley.
Tip: Butternut squash is a type of winter squash, and is an excellent source of beta-carotene. It’s also a very good source of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 152 calories, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 13 mg, Sodium: 155 mg, Fiber: 3 g
Exchanges per serving: 2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Fat.
Categories
Appetizer Diabetic Soup And Stew Recipes Soup Gluten Free Low Calorie Low Fat Weight Management
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