Pumpkin Soup Recipe

[TheOtherHalf]

A friend who just wants the pumpin but not the innards, has said I can use them. Ive never made soup although have tried it elsewhere years ago. Anyone got a great recipe please. ??
Ive have to start shift soon but will be back about 2pm and I dont want you think Im ignoring any answers given. TIA x

[factor-fiction]

I just throw stuff in the pan then blender when I make soup and it always tastes good- pumpkin +one unpeeled potato + one onion + one unpeeled carrot + a veg stock cube.

[Buenchico]

The reason I love the BBC Good Food website (and I link to it frequently) is because there are reviews of all the recipes from people who've actually tried them.

There are some really good reviews here
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/7730/pumpkin-soup
but also take a look at the alternative recipes offered (at the top of the right-hand text column). The Thai version looks outstanding!

[EcclesCake]

Thai pumpkin soup is fantastic!

[diddlydo]

I never use any stock when cooking vegetable soups - let the veg speak for themselves.

[ummmm]

I have this on the hob as we speak (with added chilli)

http://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/type-of-dish/soups/roasted-pumpkin-soup-with-melting-cheese.html

[friedgreentomato]

I find that unless your cooking for a veggie a little chicken stock goes a long way in a soup.

[EcclesCake]

I agree FGT, chicken stock gives an extra depth of flavour.

[TheOtherHalf]

Thanks, all great ideas. My friend is keeping the pumpkin for her window display so I cant roast it first, but sounds good.
Im looking forward to trying the BBC soup. Will let you know how I get on
Happy Halloween !!

[coccinelle]

I usually fry the squash (or pumpkin) in some curry which goes very well with it. Or adding an apple gives it an autumn taste if you see what I mean.