Jack-o-Lantern “Guts” Stew
Warm up before (or after!) trick-or-treating with this super easy, naturally nutritious, festively orange Halloween soup. It’s healthy and sweet—and kids won’t be able to get enough!
Jack-o-Lantern “Guts” Stew
(aka Butternut Squash Purée)
WHAT YOU NEED
- 2 packs of pre-cut butternut squash (available at Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and most grocery stores, including Fresh Direct)
- 2 sweet onions, chopped in big chunks
- 2 Macintosh apples, peeled and chopped in big chunks
WHAT YOU DO
- Throw everything on a large sheet pan
- Coat with a few Tbsp. of olive oil
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper
- Roast at 425 for about 45 minutes
- Throw everything in a blender, food processor, or vitamix and add 2-4 Tbsp. of your favorite broth (veggie or chicken)
- Keep adding liquid until desired consistency (thick is good)
- Serve in black soup bowls, mugs, or pumpernickel bread bowls
- Garnish with any of the following: chopped scallions, coconut, cashews, or a dollop of Greek yogurt
Feeling extra Martha Stewarty? Make your own cute pumpkin bowls.
1. Hollow out mini pumpkins.
2. Turn upside down and roast on a separate sheet pan with squash.
3. Serve soup right out of the mini pumpkins!
Running short on time? Check out these fun pumpkin bowls from Pottery Barn.
SHARED by: Leah Landon, Creator and Co-Owner, Kitchen Little Cooking School