Butternut Squash Soup with almonds

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 large onion , chopped 2 large garlic cloves , sliced 1 tablespoon grated gingerroot 1 tablespoon mild curry[...]

1 medium butternut squash (cubed) 1 medium white onion (thin strips or diced) 2 carrots 2 celery ribs (chopped) 6 cups chicken broth 1 dash curry powder 1/4[...]