The best butternut squash soup recipes
Butternut squash soup is a delicious way to warm up on chilly night. From a dinner party starter to a hearty lunch, our recipes have got it covered.
We love butternut squash here at Good Housekeeping and we can't resist a velvety smooth and warming bowl of butternut squash soup when the weather turns cold.
We love them so much that we've rounded up our favourite recipes in this gallery so when the soup cravings hit, you can take your pick from our delicious options.
We particularly love serving the squash soup shots with bacon soldiers at a dinner party as they are really unique and get the conversations rolling.
For more seasonal recipes, take a look at what we're cooking in autumn and winter.
Squash, sage & chestnut soup
This is a perfect recipe for a festive starter option. Full of savoury and herbaceous flavours, it's a real winner.
Recipe: Squash, sage & chestnut soup
Spicy butternut squash soup
Served for lunch or as a starter, this spicy soup is a go-to winter warmer.
Recipe: Spicy butternut squash soup
Butternut squash soup with cheesy toasts
Butternut squash soup with cheesy toast - a wonderful treat for a chilly evening.
'Fried egg' soup
This deceiving (but fun) soup doesn't actually contain any egg, and is in fact two soups served to look like a 'fried egg'. It's a cauliflower soup with butternut squash soup 'yolk'.
Recipe: Fried egg soup
Squash soup shots with bacon soldiers
Comfort food meets canape. Try this recipe for an elegant, yet easy starter.
Chunky squash and ham soup recipe
This comfort food classic is great for using up leftover ham.
Recipe: Chunky squash and ham soup
Squash and sweet potato soup
Paired with delicious sweet potato, this warming soup is bursting with flavour.
Recipe: Squash and sweet potato soup
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