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Cushaw Soup Recipe

Katie WellsOct 8, 2015Updated: Jul 30, 2019
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Cushaw squash is a versatile, delicious and inexpensive winter squash that is not as well known as butternut and acorn squashes but just as delicious. It has a taste similar to acorn squash, but slightly sweeter.

How to Find Cushaw?

If you’re lucky, you might be able to score one of these delicious squash at an amazing price at a local farmer’s market or pumpkin patch (if you do, make sure to save some seeds to plant, as they are easy to grow and hard to find seeds for). Unfortunately, I’ve rarely seen these at chain grocery stores, but ask around as local farmers or gardeners might have a surplus.

They do run on the large side (up to 20 pounds!) so they can be a lot to prepare, but they freeze well and can last a long time when stored in a cool place over the winter (we keep several in the bottom of our pantry).

Cushaw Soup

As the weather cools down and soups seem more and more appealing, this is a great simple go-to recipe that comes together quickly. It is naturally gluten and egg free (and dairy optional). I don’t recommend letting kids help with this recipe, as cushaw squash are difficult to peel and slice, but children will definitely be interested in helping you eat the finished product!

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This recipe is also very easy to customize to your family’s needs. For a full meal, consider adding some precooked meat like chicken, ground beef, or sausage. To up the veggies, add some chopped spinach. Experiment with spices and flavors that your family likes, which is also a great step to have your children help with!

Cushaw Squash Soup

Cushaw Squash Soup Recipe

Katie Wells
Delicious and naturally sweet cushaw soup that is simple to make with only five ingredients. Naturally dairy and gluten free.
3.87 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Soup
Servings 4
Calories 186 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 10 cups cushaw peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 TBSP butter or coconut oil
  • ½ cup coconut milk

Instructions
 

  • Combine cubed cushaw, chicken stock, and onion in a large stock pot.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add butter.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend into a creamy soup.
  • Add coconut milk and blend just until combined.

Notes

Add a pre-cooked protein such as chicken for a complete meal. And don't throw out your squash seeds -- roast them for a tasty, nutrient dense snack!

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5Calories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 27.5gProtein: 5.1gFat: 7.5gSaturated Fat: 4.9gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 202mgFiber: 6.7gSugar: 2.5g
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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder of Wellness Mama and Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Discussion (4 Comments)

  1. Saleana

    September 17, 2022 at 1:48 PM

    Can u use regular milk? And does this freeze okay for left overs? Thanks

    Reply
    • Suzanne

      September 23, 2022 at 1:05 PM

      Yes, you can and yes, it does. If it separates a little bit when thawed, just re-blend it.

      Reply
  2. Red

    August 3, 2016 at 5:26 PM

    5 stars
    Could I substitute almond mild, unsweetened, to the cushaw soup in place of coconut milk?

    Reply
  3. Arif

    January 26, 2016 at 2:16 PM

    5 stars
    Cushaw Squash Soup is healthy for the children. I always make this soup in my home.it’s very tasty and hygienic. food .

    Reply

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