Halloween Pumpkin Soup
Posted on 05. Oct, 2009 by Guy Boulud
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Pumpkin Soup is traditionally a British, autumnal, rich & warming soup however many think it originated from the USA. September through to October is pumpkin paradise for farmers and consumers alike as pumpkin soup proves a nice change from more traditional soup recipes.
Serving Pumpkin Soup in hollowed out pumpkins also adds a festive touch, especially around Halloween or during those dark autumnal months. Very easy and quick to make (around 40mins) our recipe below should serve 4 people easily.
Ingredients
675g pumpkin
100g butter
1 bay leaf
150ml milk
150ml carton of single cream
Freshly ground black pepper
Method
Cut the pumpkin flesh into small cubes.
Heat the butter in a pan & toss the cubes in it with the bay leaf & seasoning.
Cook gently until they are pulpy.
Add milk and liquidise to a thick, smooth consistency.
Add the cream, heat through, season to taste & serve with croutons of fried bread.
