October Recipe of the Month: Pumpkin Soup
October 14, 2023
Ingredients:
- 1 small pumpkin (2-3 pound), peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup soy milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/4 cup mango chutney
- 1 to 2 teaspoons curry powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of curry powder, depending on your taste preferences, and continue to sauté for another minute to toast the spices.
- Add the diced pumpkin to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the mango chutney to incorporate the sweet and tangy flavors.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup with the mango chutney until it's smooth and creamy.
- Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the soy milk (or your preferred milk). Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.