2 Tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and chopped
1 large butternut squash (about 2.5 lbs) peeled, seeded and chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 stems fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 tsp nutmeg
3-4 cups water
2 CUPS SILK ORIGINAL SOYMILK, ALMONDMILK, COCONUTMILK, OR OATMILK
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
4 Tbsp toasted sliced almonds for garnish