Butternut squash,apple and ginger soup.

A warming and hearty  Organic soup is just what I needed tonight. Here is a very simple recipe that takes no more than 20 minutes from start to belly.


What you need:

1 large butternut squash peeled and diced
1/2 large red onion
1-2 medium sized apples ( pink lady, mac, or gala are good)
1 medium sized piece of ginger peeled and diced small.
1 tsp Celtic sea salt
1-2 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 tsp cinnamon

1tsp turmeric
1/2 C whole milk

1/2 C filtered water
1/3 C ground flax seeds
+/- 1 TBS of maple syrup depending on how you like your soups :)

Start by peeling the squash and chopping in to pieces( the smaller the faster they will cook) and placing in a steamer. Dice the apples( skin on) and place in as well.
Steam on high for about 5-8  minutes until tender.
Place steamed squash and apples into pot and add diced onion, ginger, spices and water.
Use a masher to mash all ingredients together.
Next place in blender and slowly add milk and flax seeds. Mix on low for 2-5 minutes until thick and smooth. Add more water if you want a thinner soup as this is pretty thick.
This is so good! Enjoy. PS... would love your feedback if you try this!
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