Butternut Squash Apple Soup - Oryana

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 large butternut squash (about 2 lbs.)
• 1 large, tart apple
• 4 – 6 cups vegetable broth, as needed
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom
• White Balsamic Vinegar, to taste (start with 1 tsp. up to 1 Tbsp)
• Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional but delicious garnish)