Acorn Squash and Dried Plum Soup

The ingredients in this soup may sound a little strange but the combination of sweet and savory in this soup is exquisite.
Ingredients -

1/4 Cup Butter
1 Large White Onion, coarsely chopped
2 Garlic Cloves, finely chopped
1 Acorn Squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces (1 1/2-pounds)
1 Medium Potato, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 Cup Dried Plums, pitted
6 Cups Water
1 Tablespoon Fresh Rosemary, chopped
4 Teaspoons Chicken Base or Bouillon Granules
1/2 Cup Sour Cream
3/4 Teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper

 
Preparation:

1. Heat the butter over medium heat in large saucepan until hot.

2. Cook and stir the white onion and garlic for 8 to 10 minutes or until the onion is soft and lightly browned.

3. Add the dried plums, potato, squash, potato, rosemary, chicken base and water.

4. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.

5. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are very soft.

6. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.

7. Working in small batches, process the vegetable mixture in a blender until the mixture is smooth.

8. Return to the pan.

9. Whisk in the sour cream.

 



Cooking Tip
Reduce Tip

When making this soup, do not skimp on cheap beer. Make sure that the beer you choose is a good quality beer that you would enjoy drinking. It makes all the difference in the quality and taste of your finished product.


Cooking Tip
Serving Suggestion
This soup is really fun to make on the grill. Whip up some hotdogs and hamburgers then wow your guests with hearty and creamy beer cheese soup.
 

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