Step 1

Cut squash into small pieces. Saute in olive oil for about 5 minutes, turning often.

Step 2

Dice onion and celery. Add onion and celery to butternut and saute a few more minutes until soft.

Step 3

Core apple and cut into small pieces. Add apple and sage to squash and vegetables and saute a few minutes more.

Step 4

Cover with the coconut milk and about 4 1/2 cups of stock (depends on how thick you want your soup) and cook about 30 minutes until squash is tender.

Step 5

Puree with an immersion blender or in batches in a blender. Add more warm stock as needed to thin to desired consistency. Makes 8 cups of thick soup. More if you like it thinner. Freezes very well.

Step 6

Grilled cheese sandwiches are a great to serve with this soup.