Smoked Sausage, Butternut Squash and Wild Rice Soup

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2005

Show: Emeril LiveEpisode: Firehouse Thanksgiving

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (97)

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Cook Time:
2 hr 40 min
Level:
Intermediate
Yield:
10 servings

Times:

Prep: 30 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 2 hr 40 min
Total:: 3 hr 10 min

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Ingredients

2 medium butternut squash, about 3 to 4 pounds, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
12 cups chicken stock
2 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup wild rice
3/4 pound smoked sausage, such as kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch
2 cups fresh corn kernels
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Season the squash with 1 tablespoon of the oil, salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until tender. Remove from the oven and cool completely. In a blender or food processor, puree the squash with 2 cups of the chicken stock. Puree until smooth and set aside.

In a saucepan, over medium heat, bring 4 cups of the stock and 1/2 cup of the chopped onions to a simmer. Stir in the rice and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally with a fork. Remove the rice from the pan and cool. In a large saucepan, over medium heat, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. When the oil is hot, add the sausage and brown for 3 minutes. Add the remaining 2 cups of onions and corn. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 3 minutes. Add the remaining 6 cups of stock and squash puree. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Skim off any fat that rises to the surface. Stir in the rice and continue to cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the half-and-half and reason with salt and pepper. Stir in the parsley and serve.

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katy appleton, WI 02-09-2010
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Yummmmmm!!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is one of the best soups I've had! It was cold and snowy here today and I wanted a warm, hearty, comfort soup. It was... creamy and delicious with a great hint of smokiness! I did use heavy whipping cream instead of half and half to get it a little creamier. I totally recommend this! Read more
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null null, null 01-20-2010
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Try with coconut milk
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I've made this soup a few times with some variations. Ground Italian sausage is a good substitute for the smoked sausage,... and coconut milk in place of the half and half is divine! I once left out the corn accidentally and liked the flavor even better. Read more
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CHARMAINE Upland, CA 01-15-2010
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Have made this soup several times!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Seems like it takes longer to prepare and cook than what the recipe says, but is so worth it. I love this soup and so does... my family. Nice and hearty, and creamy too.Read more
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Kellie San Diego, CA 12-11-2009
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Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this soup for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it! I added a few extra splashes of cream to give it a nice creaminess... and a couple pinches of cayenne because I love a little extra spice. I will be making it again for a Christmas party. Well worth the effort and even better the next day.Read more
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holli Gahanna, OH 12-06-2009
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Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this for a birthday dinner and served in fresh made bread bowls. So good. I just cut the squash in half, seeded,... sprayed with olive oil, and baked for 45 minutes. Then scooped and pureed. Also used cream. It did take a while, but steps could easily be done in advance and added together when ready to make to serve. Really great - served with Tyler's Pomegranate Salad with goat cheese and cranberries added and chocolate fondue for dessert. Perfect fall birthday dinner.Read more
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Kristin Murray, UT 12-01-2009
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How much squash???
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Anyone have an idea how many cups of squash to do? I'm substituting banana squash. Not sure how much to add.