Butternut Squash and Sage Soup with Sage Breadcrumbs
Butternut Squash and Sage Soup with Sage Breadcrumbs is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Melt butter with oil in large pot over medium-high heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMelt butter with oil in large pot over medium-high heat.
Add onions, parsley, and sage; sauté until onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add squash and coarse salt; sauté until squash softens and onions are golden, about 6 minutes.
Add garlic; stir 1 minute.
Add 5 cups stock; bring to boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until squash is very soft, about 25 minutes.
Cool slightly.
Working in batches, puree soup in blender, allowing some texture to remain.
Return soup to pot.
Thin with stock, if desired.
Season with pepper and more salt, if desired.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and chill.
Rewarm before serving.
Place bread in processor; blend until fine crumbs form but some slightly coarser crumbs remain.
Cook butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2 minutes.
Add breadcrumbs and sage.
Cook until crumbs are crisp, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and cool.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead.
Let stand uncovered at room temperature.
Ladle soup into bowls.
Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
