How to Make Creamy Pumpkin Soup

How to make pumpkin soup from scratch

Place peeled pumpkin, onion, garlic, broth/stock and water into a pot;
Boil rapidly for 15 minutes until pumpkin is very tender;
Use a stick blender or transfer to blender to blitz smooth; and.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste, then add either milk OR cream – whichever you prefer.

How do I make pumpkin soup better?
How do you make pumpkin soup thicker?
How do you make pumpkin soup from scratch?
What are the ingredients for pumpkin soup?
What can I add to bland pumpkin soup?
How does Jamie Oliver make pumpkin soup?
What part of pumpkin do you use for soup?
Is it better to thicken soup with flour or cornstarch?
Is pumpkin soup healthy?
What spice compliments pumpkin?
How do you prepare a pumpkin for cooking?

How do I make pumpkin soup better?

Throw in a chopped granny smith apple and that little hit of sourness will give your soup some extra zing. While you can cook the pumpkin in a little water, using chicken or vegetable stock can add extra depth and make your soup more satisfying. A good homemade chicken or veg stock is best.

How do you make pumpkin soup thicker?

Add flour or cornflour

Put a tablespoon of either into a small bowl and stir in 2-3 tbsp of the soup until you have a smooth mixture. Stir this back into the soup and bring it to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes to allow the starch granules to burst to thicken, and to cook out any flour flavour.

How do you make pumpkin soup from scratch?

Directions

Heat stock, salt, pumpkin, onion, thyme, garlic, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes uncovered. ...
Puree the soup in small batches (1 cup at a time) using a food processor or blender.
Return to pan, and bring to a boil again.

What are the ingredients for pumpkin soup?

What can I add to bland pumpkin soup?

Salt, pepper and lemon juice, also v tasty with chopped smoked streaky bacon (not if you're a veggie though) and adding parmesan works for me too, or just some rinds of parmesan if you have any hiding in the fridge. Cinnamon and cumin are nice to add to the soup too.

How does Jamie Oliver make pumpkin soup?

Roast the pumpkin for 1 hour, or until soft and slightly caramalised at the edges. Meanwhile, roughly chop the onion, garlic, carrot and celery. Heat a lug of olive oil over a medium heat in a large saucepan then add the vegetables and cook for 15 minutes, or until soft and sweet but not coloured.

What part of pumpkin do you use for soup?

The flesh of big pumpkins is perfect for soups and curries. The flesh of petit pumpkins, squash and gourds is best suited for pies, breads and cakes - although it's also delicious in a soup. Smaller pumpkins tend to be more flavoursome, less fibrous and less watery.

Is it better to thicken soup with flour or cornstarch?

How to Thicken Stew With Cornstarch. Cornstarch will thicken stew similar to flour, but has the added benefit of being flavorless and won't cloud the liquid as much.

Is pumpkin soup healthy?

Rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, pumpkin is incredibly healthy. What's more, its low calorie content makes it a weight-loss-friendly food. Its nutrients and antioxidants may boost your immune system, protect your eyesight, lower your risk of certain cancers and promote heart and skin health.

What spice compliments pumpkin?

What Goes Well With Pumpkin?

Spices: nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, ginger, chilies, Cajun spice, cayenne, pepper, and vanilla.
Dairy: cream cheese, cream, milk, butter, whipped cream, browned butter, and vanilla ice cream.
Savoury: almonds, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, rice, and oats.

How do you prepare a pumpkin for cooking?

Clean and save the seeds for roasting, if you like. Cut the pumpkin halves into smaller chunks, then place the pieces skin-side up in a shallow baking dish with a lid. Add water to just cover the bottom of the dish, and cover tightly. Bake in oven for about 1 hour or until the pumpkin is fork tender.