Ingredients:

• 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup cream or coconut milk
• 1 tsp nutmeg (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for sautéing
• Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
2. Add the cubed butternut squash and cook for a few minutes.
3. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until squash is tender (about 20 minutes).
4. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a countertop blender.
5. Stir in the cream or coconut milk, season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Enjoy your cosy bowl of butternut squash soup!