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Golden Squash And Apple Soup

  This recipe is from the Disney Villains cookbook. The queen used an apple to cast a spell, but the fruit in this recipe supplies nothing more than a touch of sweetness to an already yummy golden soup. Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1 large onion 2 medium carrots, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 garlic cloves,  minced 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper About 6 cups butternut squash, chopped 2 medium apples,  peeled, chopped 4 cups chicken broth Method 1.  In a large pot over a medium heat, melt the butter and oil. Add the onion, carrots and celery and cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, salt and pepper, cook for 1 minute. Stir in the squash and apples, then add the broth. 2.  Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, then let cook until vegetables are completely softened, about 12 minutes. 3.  Use a blender to puree the soup in batches. Serve im...

Cerys And Blake...Gardening

Darren In Japan...Various

Darren and Andrew are holidaying in Japan from 12th October to 1st November 2025, I will post photos when he sends them through. Below are some recent ones. 14th October Sunday 19th October Tuesday 21st October 24th October Osaka Castle, 25th October 25th October 26th October, Mt Rokko