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Butternut Squash Soup with Pancetta and Tomatoes

3.5

(14)

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 8 to 10 servings

Ingredients

5 ounces pancetta, coarsely chopped
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 2-pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
7 1/2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2 cups canned diced Italian-style tomatoes with juices
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal

Preparation

  1. Cook first 3 ingredients in heavy large saucepan over medium-low heat until onions are very soft, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add squash and oregano; cook until squash is crisp-tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add broth and tomatoes with juices; bring to boil. Gradually whisk in cornmeal. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until squash is tender, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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