Mold Detox Friendly Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup

Total time55 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time30 min

4.6

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Mold Detox Friendly Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Ingredient note
Dried cayenne pepper can sometimes contain mold toxins, but the small amount in this recipe—about a pinch per serving—is likely tolerated by many. When possible, use a recently purchased organic spice and store it tightly closed in a cool, dry place. If you prefer to always avoid cayenne pepper, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
1 medium butternut squash (about 3 lb), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
Ingredient note
Dried black pepper can sometimes contain mold toxins, but the small amount in this recipe—about a pinch per serving—is likely tolerated by many. When possible, use a recently purchased organic spice and store it tightly closed in a cool, dry place. If you prefer to always avoid black pepper, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
⅓ cup heavy cream

For serving

1–2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Can be omitted
maple syrup
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas) (optional)
2 tbsp sour cream or crème fraîche (optional)
Chef's tip
Swap 1:1; crème fraîche is richer and holds up to heat without curdling.

Instructions

1
Set the Instant Pot to Sauté (Normal). Melt the butter, then add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the garlic, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne (if using) and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.

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