This Ultimate Halloween soup is a festive and healthy starter that's perfect for gatherings or a simple dinner. Made with acorn squash, black beans, and flavored with garlic and chipotle peppers, it's a crowd-pleaser for the fall season.
Step 1: Roast acorn squash at 400° for 30-40 minutes depending on the size of the squash.
Step 2: Heat a medium pot on medium high heat and add 1-2 Tbsp of EVOO.
Step 3: Add your onions, cumin, and salt, sweating and allowing them to cook until translucent.
Step 4: Add chipotles in adobo and black beans, cooking for 3-4 minutes.
Step 5: Add 1 cup of vegetable or chicken broth, then blend the mixture.
Step 6: Add the blended soup back to the pot and taste for salt, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
Step 7: Thin out your soup to your desired consistency by adding more broth.
Step 8: Bring the soup to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for 15-30 minutes.
Step 9: Serve in the acorn squash bowl topped with cilantro, chopped red onion, and sour cream.
