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spontaneous squash soup for dinner.

1 Tbsp thyme

2 Tbsp nutmeg

1 Tbsp coriander

1 tsp cumin

6 dried sage leaves

1/4 c butter

1 yellow onion, chopped

4 leeks, chopped

4 cloves garlic, smashed

1-2 Tbsp salt

1 buttercup squash, peeled and chopped into 1/2 inch slices

1 delicata squash, peeled & chooped into 1/2 inch slices

4 small potatoes

4 c chicken stock

water

bacon, apple, pomegranate, parmigiano for garnish

toast spices for a few minutes in large pot till fragrant.  add butter and onions, leeks, garlic & salt.  cook for about 5 minutes.  add chopped squash and potatoes.  stir and cook for a few minutes.  add chicken stock.  add enough water to reach the level of vegetables.  bring to a boil, then turn heat down and allow to simmer for about 20 minutes, or until squash & potatoes are tender.  transfer, in batches, to blender and puree.  i added no extra butter or cream because it was so creamy and flavorful without it.  garnish with chopped bacon, julienned green apple, fresh pomegranate seeds, and shaved parmigiano.