Easy butternut squash soup

On a cutting board, cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place one half face down on a plate, and microwave. Repeat with the second squash half.

At the same time, dice the onion. In a large saucepan, over medium heat cook the onions in butter.

Scoop out the microwaved squash from the shell and add it to the saucepan. Add the broth, marjoram, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil and cook.

Stir in the cream cheese and puree the soup in the pan with a hand-held immersion blender and blend until smooth. Cook in the saucepan until heated through. Do not allow it to boil.

Top with a swirl of sour cream and fresh cracked black pepper, if desired.

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