Pumpkin Soup – Bacon Optional!

This thick soup is a meal in itself - ideal with just some bread on the side.

Ready in 1 hour 5 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

·         1 whole pumpkin of your choice – These measurements are good for a 9” diameter pumpkin!

·         2 onions

·         1 tablespoon curry powder (Garam Masala)

·         250g bacon, cut into small pieces

·         salt and pepper to taste

·         300ml double cream, or to taste

·         1 tablespoon garlic (optional), crushed or kept whole

·         1 to 3 heaping tablespoons sugar (optional)

Preparation method

Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 45 mins

1.       Cut the pumpkin into small wedges (discarding seeds and skin) and add to large pot of water.   Dice the two onions and add to the pumpkin and water and cook until tender and soft.

 

2.       Whilst the pumpkin is cooking, sauté garlic (if you wish, add amount to your liking) along with bacon pieces and set aside when browned.

 

3.       When the pumpkin and onions are cooked, drain and mash or use a food processor.

 

4.       Add salt and pepper to your taste and the curry powder.

 

5.       Mix well.  Slowly pour in the cream.

 

6.       When mixed, add bacon.  Consistency should be thick.

 

7.       Stir in sugar, to taste.