Thai Butternut Squash Soup

This soup is unique because you can taste every flavor.  It is delicious!

1 butternut squash peeled and cubed
2 c vegetable broth
1 can cocoanut milk
1/4 c finely chopped onion
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp lime juice

1/2 c chopped cashews
1/2 finely chopped fresh basil
zest or 1 lime

Combine all but the last three ingredients>  Cover and simmer on low on the stove top for about 1 1/2 - 3 hours, stirring occasionally.   Mash the squash with a potato masher or immersion blender.  I strained out some of the "strings" of the squash pulp.  Mix the nuts, basil and lime zest and sprinkle on top before serving.  Tastes great with naan and a crispy salad.