Taste of the South

Autumn Squash

Butternut Squash, Coconut, and Shrimp Bisque

MAKES ABOUT 8 CUPS

Rich, creamy, and spicy, this bisque is a can’t-miss dish for fall.

8 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped into 2-inch pieces (about 2 squash)
1½ cups ½-inch-thick sliced sweet onion
4 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon plus ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 (15-ounce) can coconut

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