PUMPKIN SOUP WITH BASIL
This recipe came with some very interesting notes by a noted Food Editor. See the notes at the bottom of the recipe.
Provided by Lynnda Cloutier
Categories Vegetable Soup
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In large soup pot, saute onion in butter for 4 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer gently for 5 to 6 minutes or til tomatoes becomes lightly mushy. In another pan, simmer carrots in 2 1/2 cups chicken broth til soft. Mix cooked carrots, hot broth and pumpkin a blender or food processor; purée til smooth, adding the remaining 1 1/4 cups chicken stock as needed to achieve a thin creamy consistency. Add pumpkin mixture to onions and tomatoes in soup pot. Season with salt and pepper, sugar and basil. Fold in heavy cream. Heat to serving temperature but do not boil. Pour soup into tureen. Top with grated Swiss cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds or croutons if desired. Note: to toast pumpkin seeds, rub a little vegetable oil on your hands, then rub 1 cup hulled pumpkin seeds in hands to coat seeds lightly with oil. Put seeds on cookie sheet. Bake in preheated 375 oven for 15 minutes, shaking pan occasionally. Season seeds with salt and curry powder to taste. Toss to mix well. Bake another 5 minutes or til crisp and golden brown. Notes from the cookbook: Prior to judging a cooking contest sponsored by our newspaper several years ago, I never once had considered the pumpkin as anything other than a sculptural medium for Halloween and the stuff of Thanksgiving pies and breads. This soup recipe was submitted in that contest by a woman who said that she got the recipe while visiting Ottawa, Canada, where it is a popular autumn dish. I was a little skeptical about the combination of ingredients til I tasted it. I have been serving it ever since. I have since found other pumpkin soup recipe but none of them has come close to matching this one for flavor and ease or preparation I especially enjoy serving it for company in a hollowed out cooked pumpkin "tureen". Sara Anne Corrigan, Food Editor, The Evansville Press, Evansville, IN.
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enock chanda
[email protected]This soup is the perfect fall comfort food. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I highly recommend it!
mr. Boss
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Prem Kumar
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I loved this soup! The basil really balances out the sweetness of the pumpkin.
Tyrin White
[email protected]I added a bit of chopped bacon to this soup and it was amazing! It gave the soup a smoky flavor that was out of this world.
M Ali Malik
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cozy fall or winter dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.
Nahida Kara slimane
[email protected]I love that this soup is made with simple, fresh ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious way to warm up on a cold day.
Sk Sujon khan
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Faris Gujjar
[email protected]I added a bit of cayenne pepper to this soup to give it a little kick. It was the perfect addition!
Ashley Wyman
[email protected]I made this soup vegan by using vegetable broth and coconut milk instead of chicken broth and cream. It turned out just as delicious!
Pidl Hfle
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the sweet flavor of the pumpkin and the creamy texture of the soup.
CJ King
[email protected]I love the addition of basil to this soup. It gives it a unique and flavorful twist.
Ss Shihab
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for a potluck or a casual dinner party.
Nurujjaman King
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of pumpkin and basil. It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.
Mohit Mohit
[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the flavorful broth. I will definitely be making this soup again.
plsYz
[email protected]This pumpkin soup with basil is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold fall or winter day. The flavors of the pumpkin, basil, and spices blend together perfectly, and the soup is creamy and rich without being too heavy.