Caribbean Delight: Creamy West Indian Pumpkin Soup

West Indian Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Overview:

🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
🍽️ Servings: Not specified
📖 Description: This rich and subtle soup, originating from The West Indies Cookbook by Connie and Arnold Krochmal, is a delightful blend of Caribbean flavors. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it’s not only healthy but also low in protein and cholesterol.

Ingredients:

• 2 onions
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 900g pumpkin, peeled and chopped
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 stalk celery, cut into large chunks
• 2 teaspoons dried marjoram
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup cream

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

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   • Peel and chop the onions.
   • Peel and mince the garlic.

2. Sauté Onions and Garlic:

   • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onions and cook until browned.
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

3. Simmer Pumpkin and Broth:

   • Add the chopped pumpkin and chicken broth to the pot.
   • Bring to a simmer.

4. Add Aromatics:

   • Stir in the bay leaves, celery chunks, dried marjoram, dried parsley, and chopped chives.

5. Cook Until Tender:

   • Simmer the soup until the pumpkin is tender, about 45 minutes.

6. Strain the Soup:

   • Remove the pumpkin pieces from the soup and set them aside.
   • Press the remaining contents through a fine mesh strainer, discarding any solids.

7. Puree the Pumpkin:

   • Puree the reserved pumpkin pieces until smooth.
   • Return the pureed pumpkin to the strained soup.

8. Season and Finish:

   • Stir in the ground cinnamon and cream.
   • Reheat the soup until warmed through.

9. Serve:

   • Ladle the West Indian Pumpkin Soup into bowls.
   • Optionally, garnish with a drizzle of cream and a sprinkle of chopped chives.

Additional Notes:

• If you have pre-pureed cooked pumpkin, you can streamline the process:
  1. Simmer the seasonings in the broth for 30 minutes.
  2. Strain the seasoned broth.
  3. Add the pumpkin and simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes before stirring in the cinnamon and cream.
• This soup can be served as a starter or as a main course alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad.

Indulge in the warmth and flavor of this delightful West Indian Pumpkin Soup, perfect for cozy nights in or special occasions with loved ones. Enjoy the fusion of Caribbean spices and wholesome ingredients in every comforting spoonful! 🥣🎉