Lunch: Apple Squash Soup Recipe

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Apples

Health benefits of Apple Squash Soup Recipe

Apples will improve your body's sensitivity to insulin (Reference: http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281.full)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth
2 medium tart apples, peeled and finely chopped
3/4 cup water
1 package (12 ounces) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk

Instructions

In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and sage; cook and stir 2-4 minutes or until tender. Add broth, apples and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12 minutes.
Add squash, ginger and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
Process in batches in a blender until smooth; return to pan. Add milk; heat through, stirring occasionally (do not allow to boil). Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.

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