2 small butternut squash, or 1 1/2 large 4 tbsp butter or ghee Salt Pepper 1 onion, roughly chopped 1 carrot, roughly chopped 2 tsp curry powder, hot or mild depending on taste 2 cups chicken stock 2 cups fresh apple cider 1 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, optional