Quibebe soup

Serves 8

Tip: Quibebe is a thick, squash-based South American soup. If you can't find fresh Fresno chili peppers, used dried red pepper flakes instead. Start with 1/2 teaspoon and add more to taste.

1. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
2. Add 2 cups chopped onions.
3. Add 1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes.
4. Add 2 Fresno chili peppers.
5. Add 1 1/2 garlic cloves.
6. Saute for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
7. Add 8 cups low-sodium vegetable stock.
8. Add 1 butternut squash.
9. Bring to a boil.
10. Simmer for 15 minutes until squash is tender.
11. Place ingredients into blender.
12. Puree until smooth.
13. Stir in 3/4 teaspoon salt.
14. Add 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
15. Add 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
16. Sprinkle 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.
17. Sprinkle parsley before serving.

Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.