Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup

Pumpkin belongs to the family of squash and there are numerous varieties of pumpkin all over the world. Pumpkin is found in practically every country of the world. Winter squash is also a pumpkin but it assumes a variety of names depending on the locality in which it is grown. In the United States, pumpkin pie is a traditional part of Thanksgiving meals. Halloween lanterns may also be made from pumpkins. The bright orange color of the pumpkin indicates the presence of carotenoids including alpha and beta carotenes. Our body coverts beta carotene into Vitamin A. Beta carotene is an antioxidant that helps prevent cancer risk. Lutein is also present in the pumpkin.

Sliced pumpkin

Pumpkin is rich in fibre and therefore it is easily filling and makes people to eat less. It is helpful to the weight watchers. Pumpkin seeds contain phytosterols which help in lowering bad cholesterol. After a hard day’s work, pumpkin soup will restore energy and boost the mood. Pumpkin also boosts the immune system.

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                                  Recipe summary
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                                     Pumpkin soup    

Preparation  time: 15 minutes

Cooking time:30 minutes

Serves : 4

                                              

1. Wash and peel 200 grams pumpkin. Slice into 1/2 inch size pieces.


2. In a large saucepan bring water to the boil and add pumpkin slices. boil covered for about 15 minutes in medium heat or until the pumpkin becomes soft.

Pumpkin soup

3. Take off the heat and let it cool for about 15 minutes.

Puree the pumpkin slices with the water from the pan.



4. Add the puree back to the saucepan. 

Check the liquid for consistency.


5.  Add coconut milk and 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon  pepper and 1/4 teaspoon  thyme.


6.Bring to the boil and take it off the heat. Taste for seasoning and adjust.

The pumpkin soup is ready.

                                                          

                   Recipe follows in detail with pictures.

                                               

                                                   
Preparation  time: 15 minutes

Cooking time:30 minutes

Serves : 4

Ingredients

Main

200 grams pumpkin

Others

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/2 cup coconut milk

1/4 teaspoon dried 

thyme

3 cups water

Preparation

Wash and peel pumpkin. Slice into 1/2 inch size pieces.

Method

In a large saucepan bring water to the boil and add pumpkin slices. boil covered for about 15 minutes in medium heat or until the pumpkin becomes soft.

Take off the heat and let it cool for about 15 minutes.

Puree the pumpkin slices with the water from the pan.

Add the puree back to the saucepan.

Check the liquid for consistency if it is too thick add some water. If it is too thin boil it further to bring it to the right consistency.

When you are satisfied with the consistancy add coconut milk and salt, pepper and thyme.

Bring to the boil and take it off the heat. Taste for seasoning and adjust.

The pumpkin soup is ready.

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