Pumpkin, Carrot and Lovage Soup
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Description: This delightful recipe is a perfect way to utilize the inner flesh of a Halloween pumpkin, transforming it into a warm and comforting soup. Originally shared in response to a request, it comes from “The American Harvest Cookbook,” promising a flavorful and nourishing experience.
Recipe Category: Vegetable 🥕
Keywords: Winter, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Stove Top 🍲
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onion | 1 |
| Olive oil | 3 tbsp |
| Pumpkin | 3 cups |
| Carrots | 3 |
| Arugula | 1 cup |
| Fresh parsley | 2 tbsp |
| Bay leaves | 4 |
| Lovage (or parsley) | – |
| Vegetable stock | 6 cups |
| Cream | (for serving) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 154.2
- Fat Content: 8.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 4.8mg
- Sodium Content: 249.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.6g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 5.6g
- Protein Content: 5.1g
Servings: 6
Recipe Instructions:
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Begin by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent and soft, releasing its sweet aroma, which should take about 5 minutes.
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Next, introduce the star ingredients: the diced pumpkin and carrots. Allow them to mingle with the onion in the pot, gently cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
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Now, it’s time to elevate the flavors with the fragrant herbs. Add in the lovage or parsley, whichever you prefer, along with the bay leaves. Pour in the vegetable stock, allowing the ingredients to bathe in its savory essence. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Once bubbling, reduce the heat to a simmer, covering the pot with a lid. Let the soup simmer for approximately 30 minutes, or until all the vegetables have softened and melded together, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
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After simmering, remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool slightly. Take this opportunity to fish out the bay leaves, ensuring no unwanted surprises make their way into the final dish.
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Now, it’s time to transform the hearty mixture into a velvety smooth soup. You can achieve this by using a blender or a stick-blender, carefully pureeing the soup until it reaches a silky consistency, free from any lumps or chunks.
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Once blended to perfection, return the soup to the pot, ready to be warmed through before serving. If the soup seems too thick for your liking, feel free to thin it out with a bit more vegetable stock, adjusting the consistency to your preference.
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Before presenting your masterpiece to eager diners, take a moment to check the seasoning. Add salt and pepper as needed, ensuring each spoonful is perfectly balanced in flavor.
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To serve, ladle the steaming soup into bowls, garnishing each portion with a generous swirl of cream. This final touch not only adds a luxurious creaminess but also beautifully contrasts with the vibrant orange hue of the soup, making for an irresistible presentation.
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Gather your loved ones around the table and savor the heartwarming goodness of this Pumpkin, Carrot, and Lovage Soup. Whether enjoyed on a chilly winter evening or as a festive addition to your Thanksgiving feast, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser, warming both body and soul with each spoonful. 🍁🥣
