Indulge in the spooky spirit of Halloween with a hauntingly delicious Pumpkin Soup, artfully crafted with smoked bacon and an array of aromatic spices. This creamy and velvety soup is a delightful symphony of flavors, with the sweetness of pumpkin perfectly balanced by the smoky bacon and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Served in a hollowed-out mini pumpkin, this soup transforms into an eerie yet enchanting centerpiece, perfect for your Halloween feast.
Accompanying the Pumpkin Soup recipe is a collection of equally captivating Halloween-inspired dishes. Dive into the savory depths of Black Bean Soup, a hearty and flavorful concoction brimming with black beans, corn, and a medley of spices. For a sweet treat, conjure up Spooky Eyeball Cookies, where chocolate chip cookies are transformed into spooky eyeballs with candy eyeballs and white chocolate chips. And to quench your thirst, mix up a batch of Vampire's Blood Punch, a non-alcoholic beverage with a tantalizing blend of cranberry juice, ginger ale, and a hint of lime.
HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN SOUP WITH SMOKED BACON
When we first went to try this, we thought it would be slightly sweet. Our taste buds were nicely surprised at how savory this soup is! A really good creamy soup to enjoy on a cool fall day. The smoked bacon really added a depth of flavor everyone is sure to enjoy!
Provided by Racquel Sweeney
Categories Other Soups
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Melt the butter in large heavy-bottomed pot. Add onion dices, raw diced smoked bacon and pumpkin flesh.
- 2. Sweat for about 6-8 minutes over med heat to release the flavours. Add the tomato puree and stir.
- 3. Then pour in the stock and stir in the cream. Cook on low heat for 30 minutes.
- 4. Liquidize with a hand blender and season to taste.
- 5. TO SERVE = Pour soup into bowl and sprinkle the cooked bacon pieces on top. Serve with a warm slice of crusty garlic bread and enjoy..... :)
PUMPKIN & BACON SOUP
The soft, sweet flesh of the Crown Prince pumpkin is perfect for this silky soup, butternut or onion squash are good alternatives
Provided by Tom Kerridge
Categories Lunch, Soup, Starter, Supper
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat the oil with 25g butter. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and cook on a low heat for 10 mins or until soft. Add 60g bacon and cook for a further 5 mins until the bacon releases its fat. Then increase the heat to medium, add the pumpkin and stock and season. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover with a lid and cook for about 40 mins until the pumpkin is soft. Pour in the cream, bring to the boil again and remove from the heat. Set aside some of the liquid, then blend the remaining pumpkin until smooth and velvety, adding liquid back into the pan bit by bit as you go (add more liquid if you like it thinner). Strain through a fine sieve, check the seasoning and set aside.
- Melt the remaining butter in a pan over a high heat and fry the rest of the bacon with black pepper for 5 mins. Divide the bacon between four bowls, reheat the soup and pour over. To serve, sprinkle over the pumpkin seeds and drizzle with maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 20 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 2.2 milligram of sodium
ROASTED PUMPKIN SOUP
Instead of sugar pumpkins, you can use other winter squash in our Roasted Pumpkin Soup recipe. Kabocha, calabaza, and Hubbard are the best alternatives. Choose a squash that feels heavy for its size and is free of soft spots. The soup can be garnished with toasted pepitas or a dollop of sour cream-or both.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Cut pumpkin into 2-inch pieces. Combine pumpkin, onion, mushrooms, and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet. Add oil and 2 teaspoons salt; toss to coat, then spread in a single layer. Roast until pumpkin is tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, about 30 minutes, rotating pan and tossing vegetables halfway through. Let cool, then remove skins.
- Transfer vegetables to a medium saucepan; heat over medium. Pour in 2 cups stock; puree with an immersion blender until smooth. With the blender running, slowly add remaining 3 cups stock, and puree until smooth. Bring soup just to a simmer. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper. Cover to keep warm.
PUMPKIN BISQUE WITH SMOKED GOUDA
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth, pumpkin, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to pan. Stir in cream; heat through. Add cheese; stir until melted. Sprinkle each serving with parsley, bacon and, if desired, additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 970mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right pumpkin: Use a sugar pumpkin or a small pie pumpkin for the best flavor and texture. Look for pumpkins that are deep orange in color and have a smooth, unblemished skin.
- Roast the pumpkin before using it: Roasting the pumpkin intensifies its flavor and makes it easier to blend. To roast the pumpkin, cut it in half, scoop out the seeds, and place it cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast the pumpkin at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until it is tender.
- Use good-quality bacon: The bacon is a key ingredient in this soup, so be sure to use a good-quality bacon that you enjoy the taste of. Thick-cut bacon works best.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the bacon: If you overcrowd the pan, the bacon will not cook evenly and will be more likely to stick together. Cook the bacon in batches if necessary.
- Use a blender to puree the soup: A blender is the best way to get a smooth and creamy soup. If you don't have a blender, you can use a food processor, but the soup may not be as smooth.
Conclusion:
This Halloween Pumpkin Soup with Smoked Bacon is a delicious and festive way to celebrate the season. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.
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