Ingredients

  • 3 lbs butternut squash
  • 3 onions
  • 1 head garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 12 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crumbled
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 3 roasted red peppers
  • 5 cups chicken stock or 5 cups vegetable stock

Method

  • Peel and cut squash into 2-inch chunks.
  • Peel and quarter onions.
  • Separate cloves of garlic, but do not peel.
  • In a large bowl, toss together squash, onion, oil, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper.
  • Spread in a large shallow pan; roast in a 375F oven for 40-50 minutes or until tender and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
  • Set aside until cool enough to handle.
  • Meanwhile puree red peppers in blender or food processor until smooth; set aside.
  • Squeeze softened garlic cloves out of skin,.
  • In batches, puree vegetables with some of the stock until smooth.
  • Transfer to a saucepan.
  • Add remaining stock and bring to a boil;'reduce heat and simmer just until hot enough to serve.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish each serving with red pepper drizzle.