Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Thyme, Pecans, and Creme Fraiche - Shared Appetite

Ingredients

• 2 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 3 granny smith apples, peeled and diced
• 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• Kosher salt
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 large shallot, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped, plus a few extra sprigs for garnish
• 4 cups good quality store-bought chicken stock
• 1 (8 ounce) container creme fraiche
• 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup pecans, ground fine in a food processor