Butternut Squash Soup

Difficulty: easy Prep Time: Fifteen Minutes Total Time: Under an hour
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 medium squash, cubed
4 carrots, diced
2 large potatoes, diced
1 tbsp fresh gingerroot, peeled and chopped
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste

In medium saucepan, sauté onions and garlic in oil until tender. Add chicken broth to remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft. Remove from heat and process in small batches in a blender, until smooth. Return to saucepan and heat slowly to desired serving temperature. At serving, garnish with a dollop of sour cream and drag toothpick through the cream to make the desired pattern.