Cut the squash in half and remove the seeds. Place the cut side down on a foil-lined sheet pan
Cut apple the apple in half and remove seeds and place on the same sheet pan as the butternut squash
Place the sheet pan in a preheated 400-degree oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the squash pulp is tender remove the pan from the oven to cool. Scoop out the squash and apple.
Place butter and oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and salt and pepper to taste, cook for 20 minutes.
Add squash, apple, and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
To puree the mixture you can use an immersion blender, a blender, or a food processer.
Return mixture to the Dutch Oven. Stir in cream, paprika, and cumin, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Garnish with sour cream, pepitas, fresh herbs