Warm up with this delicious soup made with the added benefits of essential oils.

Essential Oil Butternut Squash Bisque

Servings: Yield: 6 | Time: 35 minutes active; 25 minutes inactive | Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp. butter
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 4 fresh sage leaves (chopped)
• 1 large butternut squash (peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks)
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1–2 drops sage essential oil
• Kosher salt and garlic pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. After a minute, add the onion, and saute until translucent.
2. Add fresh sage and squash, and cook until the squash begins to soften slightly.
3. Pour in the broth.
4. Bring the soup to a boil; then reduce the heat, and simmer about 20 minutes until the squash is tender.
5. Using a blender, blend small batches of the soup until smooth. Once all the soup is blended, return it to the pot, and warm the soup over low heat.
6. Stir in the coconut milk and sage essential oil. Add salt and garlic pepper to taste.
7. Enjoy!