The Only Butternut Squash Soup Recipe You'll Ever Need

There's no disputing the fact thatbutternut squash soupis one of the best (and most classic) recipes for fall. And thoughbutternut squashis great in everything from pies to pasta, we think it still shines best in soup.

But just because this soup is a classic, it doesn't mean there aren't a ton of different varieties when it comes to choosing the perfect recipe.Some recipes add apple,some add brown sugar,andsome are all about the garlic.

The best butternut squash soup recipe, however, perfectly balances the sweet and savory features of this fall squash, and is finished off by a surprising ingredient -- a bit ofsherry. This dry wine adds a layer that will elevate your butternut squash soup's flavor, while the nutmeg, pepper, cream and leeks ensure it will still have all the markings of the classic butternut squash soup you love. It's important to note that this recipe uses chicken stock, but that vegetarians can easily sub in vegetable stock instead.

Get the only butternut squash soup recipe you'll ever need: theCreamy Butternut Squash Soup with Sherry Recipeby Merrill Stubbs/Food52. We're officially in the throes of fall, and things are only going to get colder from here -- trust us, you'll want to tuck this recipe away for a rainy day...that is, if you can wait that long.

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