*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Curried Squash Soup

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  pounds        butternut squash -- cooked
   1      tablespoon    sherry
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
   1                    onion -- finely chopped
   1      tablespoon    curry powder
     1/2  teaspoon      ground cumin
     1/8  teaspoon      cayenne -- optional
                        salt and pepper -- to taste
   3      cups          chicken broth

1.  In a large saucepan saute onions and garlic in sherry for about 2
minutes. 
2.  Add curry powder, cumin, salt and pepper and cook another 3-5 minutes
or until onions are soft. 
3.  Add in cooked squash in pieces, and stir to coat. 
4.  Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 15-20
minutes. 
5.  Remove from heat and allow to cool about 15 minutes. 
6.  Pour soup into blender, food processor or large bowl and use a hand
blender. Puree until smooth (will be thick).
7.  Return to heat and slowly reheat. 

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