Smoked Butternut Squash Soup Recipe with Smoked Bacon

Source: https://www.vindulge.com/smoke-roasted-butternut-squash-soup/#wprm-recipe-container-5288

Total Time: 2 hours 20 min

Servings: 4

Ingredients

TO SMOKE THE BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND BACON:

  • 1 butternut squash, about 2-3 lbs, skin removed and cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 4 pieces of bacon

FOR THE SOUP:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium apple, peeled, core removed, and cut into cubes
  • 1 garlic clove, diced
  • 4-5 cups chicken stock, smoked or regular stock
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and fresh ground pepper

TOPPINGS:

  • Crumbled smoked bacon
  • Fried Sage see notes
  • ½ teaspoon Crème fraîche (or sour cream) (per bowl)

Instructions

TO SMOKE THE BUTTERNUT SQUASH:

  • Prepare smoker to 225 degrees.
  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Peel the skin of the squash with a vegetable slicer and then cut into cubes. Toss with extra virgin olive oil and salt and pepper, just to coat.
  • Place on a baking sheet with foil liner. Place on smoker for up to 3 hours, or until you see some caramelization and the pieces are fork tender.
  • While the squash is smoking add the bacon and cook for 45 minutes – 1 hour (or until it is nice and crispy).

FOR THE BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, butter, onions and apple cubes. Cook until the onions and apples are soft but not caramelized (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add 4 cups of broth, smoked butternut squash cubes, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Continue cooking over medium heat and bring to a simmer (about 15 minutes).
  • Puree soup with a hand immersion blender (or countertop blender in small batches) until smooth and creamy. If soup is too thick, add more broth until it reaches desired consistency.
  • Serve in bowls with a dollop of crème fraîche and top with fried sage and smoked bacon crumbles.

Propane Smoker Safety

  1. Read and follow the manufacturer’s instruction manual
  2. Position your smoker in a safe location, at least 5 feet from the house and clear of any outdoor decorations and/or furniture.
  3. Check your tank and hoses for leaks
  4. Follow proper ignition practices
  5. Be present and check your smoker often
  6. Be aware of Fire knowledge & safety, make sure to have an extinguisher on hand!
  7. Be aware of smoke and the harm it can cause 

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