3 leek squash soup apple croutons Recipes

delicata squash , halved lengthwise, seeds removed, unsalted butter, leeks, white and tender green parts, chopped, dried thyme, vegetable broth or 2 1/2 cups vegetarian chicken broth, salt, fresh ground pepper, sour cream, if desired (to garnish ) (optional), tart green apple , of your choosing, light brown sugar

butter or 3 tbsp olive oil, leek, chopped, stalk celery, diced, fresh garlic (or to taste), dried red pepper flakes (or to taste), sugar, curry powder (or to taste), cumin (or to taste), butternut squash, peeled and chopped, chicken broth, granny smith apples, peeled and chopped, evaporated milk or 1/3 cup whipping cream, salt and black pepper, to taste, crouton (optional)