Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped butternut squash, parsnips, sweet potatoes, carrots, and fennel. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle coarse salt, tossing until well-coated.
- Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 40 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over low heat, add chopped onion with a pinch of salt and sauté for about 10 minutes.
- Add flour to the softened onions, stirring for about 3 minutes to form a roux, then slowly pour in vegetable broth while whisking.
- Add the chopped potatoes and thyme to the pot, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Remove thyme stems and add roasted vegetables to the pot. Use an immersion blender to purée about 3 cups of the soup until smooth.
- Return the puréed mixture to the pot, stirring in milk and adjusting seasoning with salt and cracked pepper.
- Ladle the warm soup into bowls, garnishing with cracked pepper and fresh thyme, serve with crusty bread.
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Notes
Ensure vegetables are cut into similar sizes for even roasting. For a smoother texture, use a high-powered blender. Adjust thickness to your liking.