Golden Butternut Squash Quinoa Soup

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About the Recipe: It must be September because here I am mixing up some creamy butternut squash soup.  It’s the essence of good health with golden squash swirled with curry seasonings, and chopped apples, that add a natural sweet flavor. Simply use your immersion blender or food processor to create a velvet smooth texture. Quinoa, a nutty flavored ancient grain, packs the soup with lots of fiber and protein. A real nutritional powerhouse! Garnish with swirls of colorful red roasted peppers, chopped cilantro and a crunchy sprinkle of croutons.

Cook’s Note:  I used Texas Toast garlic/cheese croutons and Fresh Thyme White Quinoa. If you have difficulty cutting your squash, soften it slightly in the microwave. With the tip of a knife, prick some cuts in the squash; place in shallow microwave safe dish; cover; microwave on high power for 3 minutes; turn squash over; continue cooking on high power for 3 minutes or tender enough to insert the tip of a knife.   Remove from microwave; let cool until it can be handled.  Cut in half, peel off skin; remove seeds; chop squash into small pieces.

To Serve: Place soup in bowls; top chopped roasted red peppers, chopped cilantro or chives. Sprinkle as desired with crushed croutons.

Yield:  about 10 cups  Serves 6

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