Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Introduction
When autumn rolls around, pumpkins are often the stars of the garden. While they’re great for carving and decoration, let’s not forget how delicious they can be! This Garden Pumpkin Soup recipe is a wonderful way to make use of your homegrown pumpkins, creating a comfort food that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized garden pumpkin (about 4-5 pounds)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Optional: Pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs for garnish
Tools Needed
- Large pot
- Blender or immersion blender
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
Preparing the Pumpkin:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Clean and Cut: Cut your garden pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp. Cut the pumpkin into wedges.
- Roast: Place the pumpkin wedges on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
Making the Soup:
- Sauté Base: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Peel and Cube: Once the roasted pumpkin has cooled down a bit, peel off the skin and cut it into cubes.
- Combine and Cook: Add the pumpkin cubes to the pot along with the vegetable broth, coconut milk, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. If you’re using a countertop blender, allow the soup to cool slightly before blending, then return it to the pot.
Garnishing and Serving:
- Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Garnish: Pour the soup into bowls and garnish with pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs, if desired.
Conclusion
This Garden Pumpkin Soup is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly fall evenings. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate the bounty of your garden and enjoy the natural sweetness and flavours of homegrown pumpkin. Bon appétit and happy gardening!
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