Pumpkin Soup

• October 20, 2023

Warm and comforting seasonal soup; A hug in a mug.

 

Servings: 6 portions

Total Time: 45 minutes

 

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 1kg pumpkin or squash (try kabocha) peeled, deseeded and chopped into chunks
• 700ml vegetable stock or chicken stock
• 150ml double cream

 

Method:

• Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan, then gently cook 2 finely chopped onions for 5 mins, until soft but not coloured.
• Add 1kg pumpkin or squash, cut into chunks, to the pan, then carry on cooking for 8-10 mins, stirring occasionally until it starts to soften and turn golden.
• Pour 700ml vegetable or chicken stock into the pan and season with salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins until the squash is very soft.