This hearty soup combines the flavors of celery, carrots, pumpkin, and cauliflower to create a comforting and nutritious dish. The celery and carrots add a subtle sweetness and crunch to the soup, while the pumpkin and cauliflower provide a creamy and savory base.
To make the soup, start by sautéing the celery and carrots in a large pot until they are tender. Then, add the pumpkin and cauliflower and continue cooking until the vegetables are soft and fragrant. Next, blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
This soup is perfect for cooler weather, and can be enjoyed as a light meal on its own or paired with a slice of crusty bread. It’s also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, as celery, carrots, pumpkin, and cauliflower are all rich in vitamins and minerals.
Try out this delicious and nutritious soup recipe today, and enjoy the comforting and satisfying flavors of fall!
Ingredienti
- 150g of celery
- 90g. of carrots
- 330g. of pumpkin
- 212g. of cauliflower
- 112g. of green beans
- 1000ml. of water
- 100 g. of bread
- q.b. black peper/sweet paprika
Istruzioni
- Wash and cut the vegetables into small pieces (the smaller the pieces, the less time it will take to cook).
- Pour olive oil into a pan, and fry the onion and carrot first, around 5 mins. And then add the rest of the vegetables, pour water, salt, add a soup cube and cook for 1 hour. 30 min.
- Meantime, toast pieces of bread in a pan, adding spices.
- When the vegetables are cooked, give them some time (10-15 minutes) to cool down. Grind with a blender to get cream soup.
Note
How about pick-your-own pumpkin farms?
there are several pick-your-own pumpkin farms located in the surrounding areas of London, which are easily accessible by car or public transportation.
Some of the popular pumpkin farms near London include:
- Crockford Bridge Farm in Surrey
- Foxes Farm Produce in Essex
- Cammas Hall Farm in Hertfordshire
- PYO Pumpkins at Parkside Farm in Enfield
These farms offer a fun and family-friendly experience where you can pick your own pumpkins straight from the patch. Many also offer additional activities such as hayrides, corn mazes, and farm shops selling fresh produce and seasonal treats.
It’s recommended to check with the individual farms for their opening times and pumpkin availability, as this can vary depending on weather conditions and crop yields.
More recipe ideas:
Please, check our Italian section for the recipe of pumpkin risotto and pasta with pumpkin.
