Why does the Lord Christ sometimes hide Himself and His glory from the faith of believers? There are many reasons but I will mention only one. He does it to stir us up to search for Him with all our heart. Our wretched laziness so often makes us neglect meditation on heavenly things. But Christ is patient with us. He knows that those who have seen something of His glory, although they have not valued it as they ought, cannot bear His absence for long.

John Owen

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Fruits, Meats, Grains, Dairy		Soups, Fruits, Cyberealm	10	Servings

INGREDIENTS

3	tb	Unsalted Butter
1	lg	Onion, chopped
2	tb	Curry Powder
1	ts	Chili Powder
2 1/2	c	Chicken Broth
3	lb	Butternut Squash, peeled,
		Seeded and cubed (8 cups)
21	oz	Granny Smith Apples, peeled,
		Cored, and chopped (3 cups)
		Salt and Pepper
1/2	c	Heavy Cream
2 1/2	c	Chicken Broth
1	tb	Fresh Parsley, chopped, or
1	tb	Fresh Cilantro, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large heavy pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and saute
until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add curry powder and chili powder. Mix
well. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in 2 1/2 cups chicken
broth, squash, apples, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 30-45 minutes until squash is very tender,
stirring occasionally.
Strain soup, reserving liquid. Puree vegetables in a food processor in
several batches. In same pot, combine vegetable puree, reserved cooking
liquid, cream, and 2 1/2 cups chicken broth. Bring just to simmering. Ladle
soup into warm bowls. Garnish with parsley.
Source: Victoria Magazine, January 1994 Typed by Katherine Smith
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