Winter Squash and Bacon Soup

By arnoldh

Ingredients

• 1 medium winter squash, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1/2 pound bacon, cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 1 onion, cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced or paste
• 32 oz of chicken (beef for a deeper flavor) stock or broth
• Salt, pepper and olive or vegetable oil as needed

Preparation

Step 1

Lightly seasoned diced squash with salt, pepper and oil. Roast on a sheet tray until they are lightly brown and a knife will easily pierce them. While roasting the squash, render the bacon in a pan (no oil needed) over a low heat until almost completely crisp. Add diced onions and sweat until fragrant. Add garlic and stir into bacon and onion, add stock and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes. Add squash, bring to a simmer then turn off the heat for 5 minutes. Season soup lightly with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle soup into bowls and serve with a thick slice of toasted bread.