Butternut Squash Bisque

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   Rinse squash, cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
3. 3
   Places halves cut side down in a 12 by 7 inch baking pan.
4. 4
   Peel, halve and core apples, add to pan.
5. 5
   along with 1/4 cup water.
6. 6
   Bake in a 400 degree oven until squash is tender when pierced, about 45 minutes, When cool enough to handle, scoop out flesh of squash from peels, discard peel.
7. 7
   In a blender or food processer, (I use a hand blender, works great, this way you can do it right in the pan),Blend squash,apples and broth until smooth.
8. 8
   Pour into 3 to 4 quart pan.
9. 9
   Add wine, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and chili flakes.
10. 10
    Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and reduce heat to simmer, stirring occasionally to blend flavors, about 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Add salt and pepper to taste, and stir in chives.