- 2 pounds Butternut squash, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives (optional)
- In a large saucepan, combine squash and broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium. Simmer until squash is very tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let stand until slightly cooled; puree in batches in blender. Return puree to sauce pan and place over medium-low heat.
- Stir in sour cream cheddar cheese, butter, fresh chives and fresh Italian herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Stir until heated through. Add sugar to taste sprinkle with chives.