Butternut Squash Soup with Lime, Garlic, and Ginger

HANDS-ON TIME: 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME: 1 HOUR MAKES: 8 TO 10 CUPS

INGREDIENTS

1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil1 onion, peeled and coarsely1 tablespoon peeled and coarsely chopped fresh ginger, or 2 teaspoons dried1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped1 (20-ounce) package pre-cut butternut squash or 1 medium squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks (see opposite)5 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water½ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon black pepperPinch sugar3 tablespoons fresh lime juiceLime slices, for garnish (optional)Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)