PUMPKIN SOUP WITH ANCHO AND APPLE
Chances are the contents of that can of pumpkin purée you may be using for pie, soup, biscuits, custard, ice cream or bread came from Illinois. It's the state that produces the most pumpkin for canning. This vibrant soup, from the chef Rick Bayless, an owner of Frontera Grill and Topolobampo in Chicago, is inspired by Mexico, where pumpkin is as typical an ingredient as the pepitas, ancho chile, canela and crema that are also in the recipe. His original calls for fresh squash or pumpkin - about 1 1/2 pounds, peeled, seeded, cut in chunks and added to the pot with the apple. But Mr. Bayless was amenable to adapting his recipe for canned purée, paying homage to Illinois.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in a 3- to 4-quart saucepan. Add half the pepitas and the onion and cook, stirring, on medium heat, until the onion is golden and the pepitas have started to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the chile pieces, cook a minute or two, then add the apple, black pepper, cinnamon and pumpkin.
- Stir in 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the remaining pepitas on medium heat and set aside.
- Pureé the soup in a blender. (You will need two shifts.) Return the soup to saucepan and season with salt and the sugar. Serve the soup in warm bowls with a dollop of crema and a sprinkling of toasted pepitas on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 150, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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ahmad aqil
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.
Pricefield
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is flavorful and the ancho chile and apple add a nice touch of spice and sweetness.
MANZOOR ALI THAHIM
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. This soup is delicious and it's so easy to make.
Benco 123
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold night. It's warm and comforting, and the ancho chile and apple add a nice touch of flavor.
Terry Miller
[email protected]I love the way the ancho chile and apple add a touch of spice and sweetness to this soup. It's the perfect fall soup.
Mokhtar Jdaa
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
Mthandeni Madondo
[email protected]I love the combination of pumpkin, ancho chile, and apple in this soup. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.
nixon neiko
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chile and apple add a nice touch of spice and sweetness.
LaKota Koepke
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The ancho chile and apple give it a really unique flavor.
Silent Slower
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. The ancho chile and apple add a nice touch of spice and sweetness.
Abdullah Sala
[email protected]This is one of the best pumpkin soups I've ever had. The ancho chile and apple give it a unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe.
Monjil Ahmed
[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family. Everyone loved the sweet and spicy flavor. I will definitely be making it again.
Muyodi Ronald
[email protected]This pumpkin soup is absolutely delicious! The ancho chile and apple add a wonderful depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again.