Spicy pumpkin soup

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 60 mins
Spicy pumpkin soup
This soup is Autumn in a bowl. Packed with flavour, a hit of spice and loaded with nutrition this will be a favourite for your family.
 

1 large pumpkin, cut into large shapes, peeled, then roughly diced (use a large sharp knife)

1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped

1 large onion chopped finely

2 chicken stock cubes or pots

1 tsp nutmeg

¼ tsp of hot chili powder (or to taste)

Season with pepper to taste

720ml water

60g crème fraiche

Parsley flakes to garnish and a sprinkle of nutmeg (optional)

Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil then add the pumpkin and vegeatble stock and cook on low for around 30-60 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender.

Remove soup from heat and puree in a food processor or blender adding in the salt and the nutmeg.

Be careful not to overload the blender or food processor, you may need to do this in batches.

Return soup to saucepan and heat through on a simmer.

Add the crème fraîche and pepper, stirring. Sprinkle a little nutmeg and garnish with parsley flakes on top, if using.

This goes well with brown bread.

Preparation Time
15 minutes

Cooking Time
60 minutes

Main ingredients
Vegetables

Recipe Type
Soups, Starters, Healthy

Level of Difficulty
Easy

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