The Red Apple Inn

Glen, New Hampshire

Specialty Recipe

Maple Butternut Bisque

Ingredients

2 ounces butter

2 cups chopped onion

1-1/2 cups milk

3 cups chicken stock

3 pounds butternut squash, canned (fresh must be cooked then mashed or put through a food mill)

Dash of cayenne pepper

Salt to taste

3/4 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup maple syrup

Toasted almonds or pecans for garnish

Melt the butter and saute the onions until soft and translucent. Do not brown. Sprinkle flour over the onions and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes. Slowly add the milk and cook, stirring constantly. Add the chicken stock and squash. Mix well and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often. Season with cayenne pepper and salt.

Add the cream and maple syrup. Blend well. Let simmer for a few minutes longer. Adjust taste if needed by adding more salt, cayenne, or syrup. Garnish with toasted nuts. Enjoy!

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