Ingredients
- 3 leeks (white + light green), roughly chopped
- 5–6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes
- 500 g butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 8 cups (2 L) chicken broth
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Garnish
- 1 cup ham cubes
- 1 cup edamame beans (frozen or cooked)

Step-by-step preparation
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks and sauté until tender.
- Stir in potatoes and squash. Cook for 5 minutes to lightly brown.
- Pour in broth, add thyme and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 20–25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Remove thyme sprig, then blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- In a pan, sauté ham cubes for 2–3 minutes. Add edamame beans and warm together.
- Serve soup in bowls, sprinkle with ham and edamame garnish.


Chef's Tip
To easily peel butternut squash, cut it into quarters, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, then peel each quarter with a paring knife.
That's it, you're done, enjoy your meal!

By Julie Demers, October 29, 2019, from the blog www.montripauquebec.com