Creamy, warming and utterly mouth-watering, a hearty pumpkin soup becomes our go-to dinner during the cooler months. They’re super easy to whip up, are guaranteed to please the whole family and can be transformed in a number of delicious ways. And whether you have half an hour or a half a day, these tasty recipes are sure to inspire. Add some kick to dinner time with our spicy soup recipe or give our creative capsicum and pumpkin dish a go. The choices are endless…
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The safest and easiest way to cut pumpkin and squash
So how do the professionals do it? Is there really a way to cut pumpkin easily?
Start by using a large, sharp, heavy knife for the job; this will get through the tough outer skin and won’t bend or snap once it’s cutting.
For long-shaped pumpkins, like butternut squash, lie the pumpkin on its side and trim the top and base, then cut off the neck.
With the piece upright, cut around the pumpkin with a knife (you could also use a strong, wide-style peeler).
Turn the piece on its side and cut the pumpkin into rounds, before stacking a couple of rounds together and cutting into a dice shape.
For large, round pumpkins such as Queensland Blue or Kent, cut across the top, using a rocking action.
With Kent pumpkins, remove the seed and place cut side down. As the skin is edible, simply cut it into thin wedges to roast.
Now your pumpkin is ready to use in your favourite recipe.
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Harissa and maple pumpkin soup
Harissa and maple pumpkin soup
Pumpkin soup is given a Moroccan twist by roasting with cinnamon and adding fiery Harissa paste. Finish with yoghurt and candied maple pecan.
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Miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles
Miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles
Warm up with this wholesome nourishing miso broth with tamari pumpkin and noodles. The perfect combination for a meat-free dinner idea.
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Pumpkin and leek soup
This creamy pumpkin and leek soup is perfect for a cool evening and is beautiful served with a dollop of sour cream, crispy bacon and crusty bread.
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Tofu and pumpkin soup
This fragrant soup has a magnificent creamy texture thanks to the addition of the tofu.
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Roasted pumpkin and tomato soup
Roasted pumpkin and tomato soup
This hearty roasted pumpkin and tomato soup is a fantastic warming winter dish.
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Curried pumpkin and lentil soup
Curried pumpkin and lentil soup
Wonderfully warming and packed full of flavour, this delicious curried vegetable and lentil soup is the ultimate comfort food.
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Chai-roasted pumpkin soup with honey walnuts
Chai-roasted pumpkin soup with honey walnuts
This creamy pumpkin soup is ready in just an hour and comes with a hint of chai spices and an added walnut crunch. Perfect for lunch or light dinner.
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Spiced pumpkin soup with cinnamon cream
Spiced pumpkin soup with cinnamon cream
A smooth and creamy pumpkin soup packed full of zest and spice and served with a dollop of cinnamon cream.
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Thai-style pumpkin and chicken soup
Thai-style pumpkin and chicken soup
Red curry paste, coconut milk and coriander give this Thai-style pumpkin soup its unique flavour, while tender pieces of chicken thigh turn a bowl into a meal.
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Roast pumpkin soup with cheese croûtes
Roast pumpkin soup with cheese croûtes
Very few years have passed without The Weekly featuring a pumpkin soup. Our recipes from the 60s were simple, but also (in retrospect), dare we say it, even a little bland. In more recent times, we’ve added twists, such as roasting the pumpkin, which amplifies the flavour, and dabbled with Asian versions.
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Curried pumpkin and coconut soup
Curried pumpkin and coconut soup
Silky smooth and well spiced, this curried pumpkin and coconut soup make a lovely lunch or an excellent starter.
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Slow-cooked pumpkin soup
Sweet pumpkin soup will warm your body & soul. Hot, creamy and hearty, this classic comfort food is delightfully fragrant after slow cooking all day.
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Creamy pumpkin and potato soup
Creamy pumpkin and potato soup
There are many variations of this classic soup but the orginal is often the best.
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Pumpkin soup with harissa and maple
Pumpkin soup with harissa and maple
Pumpkin soup is given a Moroccan twist by roasting with cinnamon and adding fiery Harissa paste. Finish with yoghurt and candied maple pecan.
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Coconut pumpkin soup – slow cooker
Coconut pumpkin soup – slow cooker
The creaminess of pumpkin soup without the dairy & added ease of throwing it all in your slow cooker & coming back to a tasty soup with chilli kick
