Spicy Butternut Squash Soup

Yes it's summer and you're probably not in the mood for soup, but i find its light and easy to digest.. especially in the heat.. and its tasty too :)

Ingredients

• coconut oil for frying
• 5 scallions/spring onions , finely chopped
• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, deseeded and cubed
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 500-600ml chicken or vegetable stock (gluten free)

Method

1. Heat oil in a pan and fry the onion until soft.
2. Add the squash, garlic, garam masala and cumin and fry gently for a few minutes.
3. Continue stirring so nothing sticks.
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5. Add the stock and bring to the boil.
6. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. 
7. Check that the squash is soft.
8. You can serve as chunky soup or blend, whichever is your preference.