Butternut Squash Soup

Name: Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 3 shallots, thinly sliced; 6 cloves garlic, smashed; 4 sprigs fresh sage, plus more for garnish; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 medium butternut squash (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled, halved, seeded, and diced; 2 cups apple cider or juice; 2 1/2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche mixed with 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish; Breadsticks, optional