Acorn Squash Soup Recipe (Braces-friendly!) - The Modern Orthodontist Blog

Below is a healthy recipe that is perfect for the Fall season, it is also braces-friendly so the whole family can enjoy this meal.

Original recipe makes 6 servings

1 small onion

1/4 cup chopped celery

2 tablespoons butter or margarine

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules

1/2 teaspoon dill weed

1/4 tsp. curry powder

dash cayenne pepper

2 cups chicken broth

1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk

3 cups mashed cooked acorn squash

salt and pepper to taste

5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a large saucepan, saute the onion and celery in butter. Stir in flour, bouillon, dill, curry and cayenne until blended. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add the squash, salt and pepper; heat through.

2. In a blender, process the soup in batches until smooth. Pour into bowls; garnish with bacon (optional).

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