Roasted Butternut Squash Soup – Simmer + Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch dice
• 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 large yellow onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
• 3 garlic cloves, grated
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 5-6 cups of good-quality chicken stock
• 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
• Dash of white pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish