Nov 13 2009

Everything You Ever Wanted to Learn About Pumpkin Soup Varieties

Published by Ken Kudra at 7:11 am under Food & Beverage

Pumpkin soup can be made with many variations. While you may not think of many off the top of your head, there are many ways to approach this meal besides the classic creamed soup. Easy recipes include a honey roasted pumpkin soup, which is made from pumpkin, onions and garlic drizzled with honey before roasting. It is simple and delicious.

Pumpkin and cheese makes another easy combination. Simply use canned pumpkin puree in this simple soup. Combine the ingredients of cream, spices, broth, grated cheddar cheese, and some brown sugar to create a lovely dish. Serve with hot fresh bread or melt additional cheese on top of the bowl, like French onion soup.

Alternatively, you may want something a bit sweet. Add some real maple syrup and a little Marsala wine and you will have an incredibly flavorful bowl of soup. Always use real maple syrup for this recipe… imitation syrups will not hold up during cooking to create the flavor you want.

Pumpkin soup can be changed according to the cuisine. You can make Thai soup, Haitian soup, Mexican or even Jamaican pumpkin soup. Each of these soups contains pumpkin, yet the spices of the hosting cuisine prevail, adding a new touch to them all.

If you want something more exotic, try corn pumpkin crab soup. This soup is creamy, yet it contains crab, corn, cayenne pepper, paprika, and nutmeg. The creaminess comes from a good dose of heavy cream. If you do not want the cream, leave it out. A little dried dill adds a tang to the final result. Either way, the soup is delicious and a bit unusual. Your family will love it. If you want, serve it as an appetizer to an Asian meal.

Try adding some specialty ingredients to change your soup. Shrimp adds a nice seafood flavor to the soup, while chocolate can create an unusual dessert soup. Make your soup spicy or mild. Peppers will add some kick to your soup if you like it hot. Use chipotle if you want a milder heat. Peanut butter can be combined with pumpkin soup to make an unusual flavor. Add bacon or sausage to bring it all together. This fast recipe can be done at the last minute.

Ingredients you traditionally associate with fall like apples are often added to pumpkin soup. You can use other winter squashes like butternut or acorn in your soup. Even sweet potatoes will add a new twist, adding their own sweetness and texture. Do not be afraid to use herbs to create different flavor blends in your soup. In the hot days of summer, try a chilled pumpkin soup that will help your guests cool down admirably.

It really does not matter what variation of pumpkin soup you make. The results will be a rich, delicious soup that will fill you up and warm you to your core. The velvety texture of this creamy soup is satisfying on all levels. It may become a new favorite for your family or friends. If cooking time is at a premium, throw your ingredients in the crockpot and let them cook all day long. You can enjoy it in the evening at your leisure.

You can find a pumpkin soup recipe to fit any palate. Try it with peanuts, mussels or apples. Give it a southwestern flair or keep it simple. Garnish it with herbs or a splash of cream. This delicious smooth soup can be served as a meal in its own right or as an appetizer.

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