Old-school pumpkin soup. Photo by Ella Olsson on Unsplash
Old-school pumpkin soup. Photo by Ella Olsson on Unsplash
South Africa has some incredible produce and we can sometimes forget that. We have high quality vegetables and you can find some great pumpkins around at your local store. If you have friends coming over for a big feast or just want some soup for lunch or dinner, our old-school pumpkin soup is for you. It’s a creamy, iconic soup recipe, perfect for nights in with the family during the cold winter evenings.
Old-school pumpkin soup suggestions
The recipe is simple and it gives you a base to create something even tastier. Add some crispy bacon bits into the soup as a garnish for some texture. If you want some heat and spice, add some nutmeg and chili flakes to give it a boost. If you already enjoy them, why not bring some toasted pumpkin seeds to the party too? Serve with fresh cream, any of your creative additions and some garlic bread or toasted cheese sandwiches.
Invite the friends over for a feast this winter or snuggle with your family while watching movies. Enjoy a heartwarming bowl of old-school pumpkin soup.
Old-school pumpkin soup recipe
Course: Starter, MainCuisine: South AfricanDifficulty: EasyPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
45
minutesTotal time
1
hour5
minutesIngredients
1 kg 1 pumpkin cubes
2 large 2 onions, chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper
warm water to cover or chicken stock
butter
olive oil
cream
- Garnish (optional)
cream
toasted pumpkin seeds
Bacon bits
chili flakes
Method
- In a large saucepan, boil the pumpkin with just enough water or chicken stock to cover it.
- Liquidize with immersion blender or transfer to a blender in batches with some water until you have your preferred consistency.
- Serve while hot with cream and croutons.
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Do you want to make more incredible winter soup recipes to enjoy over the weekend with your friends and family? Have a look at our excellent recipe suggestions for you to try. There are many more old-school recipes like this one. They are published in the Potchefstroom Boys High School Tried and Tested Recipes of Parents and Friends.
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