Acorn Squash and Apple Soup
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4 servings
2 ea Med. acorn squash (1 lb ea)*
3 c Degreased chicken stock **
2 ea Tart green apples ***
1/2 c Chopped onion
1 c Unsweetened apple juice
2 t Grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 t Salt
1 T Fresh lemon juice
1 x Freshly ground white pepper
1 x Plain non- or low-fat yogurt
1 x Snipped fresh chives
1 x OR shredded fresh basil
Notes: * Squash should be halved and seeded.
** Unsalted canned chicken broth may be used instead of stock.
*** Green apples should be cored, peeled and chopped (about 2
cups) Place squash cut side down on rack set over gently simmering
water in saucepan. Cover and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
Cool squash slightly. Scoop pulp from shells.
Combine 1/4 cup chicken stock, apples and onion in heavy medium
saucepan. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes. Add squash pulp,
remaining chicken stock, apple juice, ginger and salt. Cover and
simmer until ingredients are very tender, about 20 minutes.
Puree soup in batches in processor or blender. Strain through sieve
into clean saucepan, pressing puree with back of spoon. Reheat soup
gently. Add lemon juice. Season with salt and generous amount of
pepper. Ladle into bowls. Garnish with yogurt and chives.
Source: Richard Sax and Marie Simmons in "Bon Appetit", October 1988.
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