Butternut Velouté Recipe with Thermomix

Velouté is a classic French soup that is thickened with a roux or a cream. In this recipe, we will be using butternut squash to make a creamy and delicious velouté soup that is perfect for cold weather. The Thermomix will help us cook the soup in no time, making it an easy and quick recipe. This recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients:

• 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cups of chicken broth
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 1 tsp of salt
• 1 tsp of black pepper
• 1 tsp of ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in the Thermomix at 120°C for 2 minutes.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes at 120°C.
3. Add the cubed butternut squash, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg to the Thermomix.
4. Set the Thermomix to 100°C for 20 minutes at speed 3.
5. After 20 minutes, puree the soup on speed 8 for 1 minute.
6. Add the heavy cream to the soup and mix at speed 4 for 2 minutes.
7. Adjust the seasoning as necessary.

Serving Suggestions:

You can serve this Butternut Velouté soup with some toasted bread slices or croutons. You can also add some cooked bacon bits or roasted pumpkin seeds on top of the soup for some crunch and flavor. This soup is perfect as a starter or as a main course for a light lunch or dinner. Enjoy!

Verdict:

This Butternut Velouté soup is a creamy and delicious soup that is perfect for cold weather. The butternut squash adds a natural sweetness to the soup, while the heavy cream adds a velvety texture. The Thermomix makes it easy and quick to make this soup, so it’s perfect for a weekday dinner or a quick lunch. Adjust the seasoning to your liking and enjoy this comforting soup!