Continental · serves 2

Pumpkin Soup

Four ingredients, one blender, and it tastes like a restaurant made it.

30 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 800g pumpkin, cubed
  • 1 onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 1/3 cup cream or coconut milk
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Bread to serve

Method

  1. Butter, onion, garlic, ginger — soften without browning, 6 minutes.
  2. Pumpkin, salt, and water to just barely cover.
  3. Boil, then simmer 15 minutes till a knife slides through.
  4. Blend completely smooth. Back in the pot with cream and pepper.
  5. Toasted bread rubbed with a cut garlic clove.

Questions people ask about Pumpkin Soup

How long does Pumpkin Soup take?

About 30 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

What can I use instead of onion in Pumpkin Soup?

Use shallots, which are sweeter, or leeks for a milder result. Neither browns quite as deeply.

Can I make Pumpkin Soup ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Pumpkin Soup vegetarian?

Yes, it is vegetarian. It is not vegan as written because it contains dairy; swap the dairy for a plant alternative and the rest of the method is unchanged.

What do you serve with Pumpkin Soup?

Toasted bread rubbed with a cut garlic clove. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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