Simple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup - Grit

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 cup raw potatoes chopped into small pieces
• 1/2 cup raw celery chopped fine
• 1/2 cup raw onions chopped fine
• 1/2 cup raw red sweet pepper chopped fine
• 2 Tablespoons corn or olive oil
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped fine, plus additional for garnish
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1-1/2 cups whole milk
• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 3 cups cooked butternut squash or other winter squash variety
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• Fresh Parmesan cheese for garnish
• Hot Sauce for garnish-optional