Ingredients

1 small yellow onion, chopped

1 stalk celery, chopped

1 medium carrot, chopped

2 medium red potatoes, cubed

1 medium butternut squash-peeled, seeded, and cubed

1 container vegetable or chicken stock (32 fl.oz)

2 tablespoons butter

Add salt, pepper, and sugar to taste

*optional: 2 cups whipping cream (amazing)

Preparation

-Melt the butter in a large pot, and cook the onion, celery, carrot, potatoes, and squash for 5 minutes. Pour in enough stock to cover the vegetables. Bring to boil, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.

-Puree the soup until smooth. Return to pot, and mix in any remaining stock to desired consistency. Stir in cream. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar.