Butternut Squash Soup with Caramelized Fennel and Leeks

I love butternut squash in just about anything, but especially in soup because its flavors are the main event.  There are many variations on this classic fall soup (I am sure I will end up posting others), but this is one I came across at the Williams-Sanoma Thanksgiving Technique Class.  I was skeptical at first, because I am not usually a fan of fennel.  The licorice flavor cooks out, giving way to the surprise nutty flavor of the fried leeks – in other words, don’t skip the garnish!

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