SQUASH SOUP IN PUMPKIN BOWLS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 small baking pumpkins (such as hooligan or sugar pie), acorn squash or sweet dumpling squash
2 teaspoons sugar
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 small onion, chopped
Kosher salt
2 sprigs thyme
1 medium butternut or kuri squash (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
Freshly ground pepper
Pepitas (hulled green pumpkin seeds)
Sourdough and/or pumpernickel croutons
Paprika, chili powder or Spanish pimenton
Crisp prosciutto, serrano ham or bacon
Fried onions
Fried sage or parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Make the bowls: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Use a paring knife to cut a large circle around the stem of each pumpkin (make a zigzag cut, if desired). Remove the lid and scoop out the seeds and fibers. Sprinkle the inside of each with 1/2 teaspoon each sugar and salt. Place the pumpkins and lids on a baking sheet; roast until tender, 20 to 35 minutes, depending on their size.
  • Meanwhile, make the soup: Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add the onion and 1 teaspoon salt. Strip the thyme leaves into the pot, increase the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add the squash and sugar and cook, stirring, until glazed, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 5 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the squash is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Working in batches, transfer the soup to a blender, crack the lid to let steam escape and puree until smooth; return to the saucepan (or puree directly in the pan with an immersion blender). Stir in the heavy cream, if desired. Season with salt and pepper, and top as desired.

Isha Rana
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I'm not a fan of pumpkin, but this soup was surprisingly good. The squash flavor was subtle and the soup was very creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Deborah Harville
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This soup was a bit too thick for my liking. I think I would add more broth next time.


Aziz Ali
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This soup was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin bowls were a fun and festive touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


STK_Predator05
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! This soup was easy to make and turned out perfect. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin bowls were a fun and festive touch. My family loved it!


Yusuf Baluch
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin bowls were a beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


Zezag Polla
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but this soup was surprisingly good. The pumpkin puree and spices gave it a really nice flavor. I would definitely make this again.


Razwan Sorani
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This soup was a great way to use up some leftover pumpkin puree. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rufey Wahabu
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This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Ayana Nkrumah
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I made this soup for a Halloween party and it was a hit! The pumpkin bowls were a fun and festive touch, and the soup itself was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Onyeka Elijah
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the pumpkin puree. It gave the soup a nice, rich flavor.


iqbal adnan
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I'm not a fan of squash, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. The pumpkin puree and spices gave it a really nice flavor.


Kamara Alhaji R
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This soup was a bit too thick for my liking. I think I would add more broth next time.


Angel Arguijo
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I had some trouble finding pumpkin bowls that were the right size for this recipe. But other than that, the soup was easy to make and turned out great.


Michael Mcleod
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I think it needed more spices. But the pumpkin bowls were a cute touch.


Samad Rehman
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The soup is so creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin bowls are such a fun and unique way to serve it. I highly recommend this recipe!


Shoaib Lashari
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This recipe was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin bowls were a fun and festive touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Senuth Dinsara
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I was looking for a unique and festive recipe for a fall party, and this squash soup in pumpkin bowls fit the bill perfectly. The soup was easy to make and the presentation was stunning. My guests loved it!


Md Narzul
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This soup was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin bowls were a beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


joy ahamed
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I'm not usually a fan of squash soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of pumpkin puree and spices gave it a rich and complex flavor that I couldn't resist. And the pumpkin bowls were a fun and easy way to serve it.


Tina Love
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OMG! This squash soup in pumpkin bowls recipe is a game-changer! The soup was creamy, flavorful, and the perfect fall comfort food. And serving it in pumpkin bowls was such a creative and festive touch. My family loved it!