24 oz Frozen pureed winter squash
– (butternut), defrosted 2 tb Unsalted butter or margarine
1 c Unsweetened applesauce
1 c Light cream
1 1/2 c Chicken stock
1/4 c Ground toasted walnuts
2 ts Dried chervil; crumbled
1/2 ts Ground mace
Salt White pepper 1/2 c Toasted walnut pieces
– for garnish COMBINE ALL THE INGREDIENTS except the walnuts to be used for garnish in a large saucepan and stir to blend well. Cook the soup over medium heat until warmed through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Ladle the soup into bowls and add a few chopped walnut pieces in the center.