Ingredients:
- 8 slices of bacon, cut into short strips
- 2 1/2 lbs. of butternut squash (6 cups) diced
- 1 small Granny Smith apple, peeled, seeded, and diced into small 1/2 inch cubes
- 1/2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage leaves
- 2 teaspoons of St. Lucifer Habanero Table Spice
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 4 cups homemade or low sodium organic chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup light cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives, for garnish
- Good olive oil, for garnish
Directions:
- In a 5-quart or larger stockpot set over medium heat, cook the bacon, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the bacon, leaving the bacon fat. Transfer to paper towel.
- Increase heat to medium high.
- Add the squash to the pot with the bacon fat and cook until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes.
- Let it brown and try not to stir it.
- Stir in the apple, fresh sage, St. Lucifer Habanero Table Spice and pepper and cook for 4 minutes.
- Add the broth and light cream, scraping up any browned bits in the pot with a wooden spoon.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the squash and apples are very soft, about 6-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool somewhat.
- Add about half the bacon to the soup and purée, using a stand or immersion blender.
- Taste and add more kosher salt and pepper if needed.
- Reheat the soup and add the frozen corn.
- Garnish each serving with the remaining bacon, some good Olive oil, chopped chives, and of course, a few dashes of St. St. Lucifer Habanero Table Spice