Panera Copycat Autumn Squash Soup

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This silky-smooth and creamy Panera Autumn Squash Soup is made with roasted honey-cinnamon butternut squash, pumpkin, carrots, warming spices and a bit of cream.

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It's Fall in a bowl and you won't believe how much it tastes like the real deal from Panera!

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To make, place the butternut squash cubes on the baking sheet. Add the honey, butter, salt and cinnamon on top and toss until coated and arrange them in a single, even layer. 

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Roast the butternut squash until they're caramelized and tender, ~25 minutes.

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Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large soup pot or Dutch oven. Add the onions and sauté for 5 minutes or until onions are soft.

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 Add the carrots, garlic, and ginger and stir to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

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Add the roasted butternut squash, followed by the broth, apple juice, lemon juice, honey, and all the seasonings. Bring the soup to a boil, then down to medium-low and simmer until carrots are tender, ~10 minutes.

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Once the carrots are done, add in the pumpkin, cream cheese and brown sugar. The cream cheese will be a little clumpy but it's OK.

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Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a blender and puree the soup, working in batches, until the soup is smooth.

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Stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Serve with pepitas, a drizzle of cream and paprika. Enjoy!

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