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Butternut Squash and Mushroom Miso Soup

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time25 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time1 hr 5 mins

You can't go wrong with this butternut squash and mushroom miso soup recipe on a cold winter day. It's got tons of textures and flavors and it's really easy to make!

Butternut Squash and Mushroom Miso Soup

 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed into ¼” pieces
 4 tbsp Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
 Kosher or sea salt
 Freshly ground pepper
 2 tbsp unsalted butter
 1 shallot, finely chopped
 1 ¼ lbs mixed mushrooms, stems discarded and mushrooms coarsely chopped
 3 garlic cloves, minced
 2 qts water
 2 tbsp white miso paste
 1 lb Colavita Elbow, Cavatappi or Small Shell Pasta
 ¼ cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
 2 tbsp snipped chives
1

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

2

Place the cubed squash on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 2 tbsp of Colavita olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3

Place the squash in the oven and roast for 30 minutes, until tender.

4

Remove from the oven and set aside.

5

Meanwhile, in a large pot, melt the butter and the remaining 2 tablespoons of Colavita Olive Oil.

6

Add the shallot and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, 5 minutes.

7

Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook, stirring, until the mushrooms begin to wilt, 7 minutes.

8

Add the water and miso paste, and bring to a simmer over low heat.

9

Fill a separate large pasta pot with water and bring it to a boil.

10

Once it is boiling, add a healthy amount of kosher or sea salt.

11

Add the pasta and cook according to the instructions on the package.

12

Drain the pasta.

13

Place a scoop or two of pasta into a soup bowl. Ladle the broth and vegetables over the pasta, filling the bowl.

14

Garnish with the chives and grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4