Belongs to Mz Wheen Udon Noodle soup 
ready in about 20 minutes; serves 2
You might need to buy:
  • water
  • small bunch udon noodles
  • large bullion cube
  • Tbl soy sauce
  • rice vinegar
  • chopped red cabbage

This creamy purée shows how using fruit in savory soups adds a nice, mellow flavor. Pears, because they are high in fiber, add body, too. If you buy the squash pre-cut, this soup is a good choice when you are entertaining because it is rich enough to be special while it lets you devote more time to other preparations. Chefs use leeks frizzled in a little oil to garnish dishes and add pungent flavor.
Fast Fact: While higher in fat than milk, cream is far lower in sugar and carbs.
Quick Tip: Large leeks tend to be woody, so buy them an inch or less in diameter.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • unsalted butter or canola oil
  • chopped peeled butternut squash
  • dried thyme
  • ground cinnamon
  • ground cloves
  • vegetable broth
  • heavy cream or milk
  • canola oil