Ingredients

1tspolive oil

½tsproasted cumin

1½tspgaram masala

2tspMadras curry powder

½medium onion,minced

2garlic cloves,minced

16ozbutternut squash,chopped, peeled

1cuplight coconut milk

3cupsfat free vegetable broth,or chicken broth

salt and fresh pepper,to taste

fresh cilantro,chopped, optional

Preparation

Add the oil to a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

When the oil is hot, add the onion and garlic, then sauté.

Add the roasted cumin, masala, and madras curry powder, then mix well, cooking for 1 minute.

Add the broth, light coconut milk, and butternut squash, then cook covered for 12 to 15 minutes, until the squash is soft.

Remove the cover, then using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.

Season with salt and fresh pepper.

Serve with fresh cilantro, and enjoy!