Squash Apple Soup

• 3 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 large apple, peeled and chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth, divided
• 2 packages (12 ounces each) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed
• Salad croutons and grated Parmesan cheese, optional

1. In a large saucepan, saute the celery, apple and onion in oil and butter until tender. Stir in the garlic, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer.
2. In a blender, combine 1 cup broth and the vegetable mixture; cover and process until smooth. Return to the pan; add squash and remaining broth. Heat through. Serve with croutons and cheese if desired.

celery, apple, onion, olive oil, butter, garlic, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, chicken broth, winter, salad croutons

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/squash-apple-soup/ (may not work)