Total Time
1 Hour
Serving Size
8 Servings
4
slices JENNIE-O® Turkey Bacon
2
tablespoons olive oil
1
yellow onion, chopped
2
celery ribs, chopped
4
cups cubed butternut squash
1
Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
6
cups vegetable broth
2
teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2
teaspoon kosher salt
1/4
teaspoon freshly ground pepper
fresh parsley, chopped, if desired
1
Preheat a nonstick skillet or electric griddle over medium heat (375°F.). Heat slices of bacon for 6-7 minutes or until desired crispness, turning frequently.
2
Finely chop turkey bacon. Set aside.
3
In Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
4
Sauté onion and celery for 7 minutes or until translucent.
5
Stir in butternut squash and apple. Cook 5 minutes.
6
Add vegetable broth, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring to boil.
7
Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until tender. Puree with hand blender until smooth.
8
Top servings with turkey bacon and fresh parsley, if desired.
Calories
90
Protein
1g
Carbohydrates
13g
Fiber
3g
Sugars
5g
Fat
3.5g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
230mg
Saturated Fat
0g