Classic Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter or oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tsp curry powder or grated fresh ginger
• 1kg pumpkin, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock
• 1/2 cup cream
• Salt and pepper

Method

1. 1.Melt the butter in a large pot and cook the onion over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the curry powder or ginger and cook for another minute.
2. 2.Add the pumpkin and stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, until the pumpkin is completely soft and falling apart.
3. 3.Blend until smooth, then stir through the cream. Season to taste.
4. 4.Serve warm, with crusty bread.