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Butternut Squash and Bean Zuppa Toscana
blender optional
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Medium
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesVegetarian
Chef
Rachel Post
This newly developed Home Chef First Taste meal has undergone extensive testing in our Home Chef R&D kitchen, and now it’s time to trial it with real-life customers like you. First Taste meals may utilize exciting new ingredients or techniques/equipment not commonly found in our recipes, so we value your feedback to ensure these new recipes work for you and taste delicious. We read each and every review—so let us know what you think!
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 15 oz. Cannellini Beans
- 8 oz. Cubed Butternut Squash
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4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
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1 Ciabatta
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⅘ oz. Tuscan Herb Butter
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¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
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½ oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- ½ oz. Baby Spinach
- 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
- ½ tsp. Potato Spice Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) jOQw9QPA
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Calories590
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Carbohydrates62g
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Net Carbs58g
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Fat32g
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Protein17g
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Sodium1950mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Pot
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Plate
- 1 Colander/Strainer
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken or chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Cook the Butternut Squash
Halve any large butternut squash pieces to roughly match smaller pieces.
Place a medium pot over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.Add butternut squash, potato spice seasoning, and a pinch of pepper to hot pot. Stir occasionally until browned, 5-6 minutes. -
2 Add the Broth and Beans
Drain beans in a colander/strainer.
Add 2 cups water, beans, mirepoix base, cream base, and 1/2 tsp. salt to hot pot. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.Once simmering, stir occasionally until butternut squash is tender, 5-6 minutes.For a smooth soup, remove from burner and let cool slightly, 5-10 minutes. Use an immersion blender or add mixture to a heat-proof blender and puree until smooth. Return to pot and return to a simmer.If soup is too thick, add additional water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.While broth simmers, continue recipe. -
3 Toast the Ciabatta
Separate ciabatta halves.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.Add ciabatta halves, cut-side down, to hot pan and toast until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner. Transfer to a plate and evenly top with softened garlic & herb butter. -
4 Add Spinach and Finish Dish
Coarsely chop spinach.
Add spinach and Tuscan herb butter (to taste) to hot pot. Stir occasionally until combined and spinach is wilted, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping soup with cheese. Bon appétit!
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