PUMPKIN SOUP WITH ANCHO AND APPLE
Chances are the contents of that can of pumpkin purée you may be using for pie, soup, biscuits, custard, ice cream or bread came from Illinois. It's the state that produces the most pumpkin for canning. This vibrant soup, from the chef Rick Bayless, an owner of Frontera Grill and Topolobampo in Chicago, is inspired by Mexico, where pumpkin is as typical an ingredient as the pepitas, ancho chile, canela and crema that are also in the recipe. His original calls for fresh squash or pumpkin - about 1 1/2 pounds, peeled, seeded, cut in chunks and added to the pot with the apple. But Mr. Bayless was amenable to adapting his recipe for canned purée, paying homage to Illinois.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in a 3- to 4-quart saucepan. Add half the pepitas and the onion and cook, stirring, on medium heat, until the onion is golden and the pepitas have started to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the chile pieces, cook a minute or two, then add the apple, black pepper, cinnamon and pumpkin.
- Stir in 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, toast the remaining pepitas on medium heat and set aside.
- Pureé the soup in a blender. (You will need two shifts.) Return the soup to saucepan and season with salt and the sugar. Serve the soup in warm bowls with a dollop of crema and a sprinkling of toasted pepitas on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 150, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Shikoli Edu
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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[email protected]I love the unique flavor combination of this soup. The pumpkin, ancho, and apple flavors all work together perfectly.
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[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin and it's also a healthy and delicious meal.
Irfan Irfan bashir
[email protected]This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! The flavors are amazing and it's a great way to warm up on a cold day.
SM Monnaf
[email protected]I'm allergic to apples, so I substituted pears in this recipe. It turned out great! The pears added a nice sweetness and flavor to the soup.
rebecca Dggd
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet flavor of the pumpkin and apples.
Kimberly Gibason
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect! It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing.
mh Suvon
[email protected]This soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less apple or adding some tart ingredients to balance out the sweetness.
Das krish
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pumpkin soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It was creamy, flavorful, and the perfect comfort food for a cold day.
Cele Lister
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to others.
TRAY SIERRA
[email protected]I loved the creamy texture of this soup. It was also very flavorful, with a nice balance of sweet and savory.
Ali 165
[email protected]This soup was a great way to warm up on a cold day. It was also very filling and satisfying.
Precious Ug
[email protected]I found this soup to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
Alecho Pinchu
[email protected]This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less ancho chiles if you don't like spicy food.
Julyssa Velazquez
[email protected]I love the combination of pumpkin and apple in this soup. It's a unique and flavorful dish that is perfect for a fall meal.
Dawood Ali
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Margaret Motiri
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfect. It was creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice.
Bazarsad Batsuuri
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I loved the addition of the apples, which gave it a nice sweetness.
Md Tamal islam
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Olanrewaju Bolarinwa
[email protected]This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors of pumpkin, ancho, and apple were perfectly balanced. I loved the hint of spiciness from the ancho chiles.