Game of Thrones: Sweet Pumpkin Soup
A recipe for a sweet pumpkin soup inspired by the book series, The Song of Ice and Fire: Game of Thrones.
Ingredients
- 1 - acorn squash large, halved OR 2 - sugar pumpkins, halved
- 2 tbsp - unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp - brown sugar
- salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp - unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp - olive oil
- 1/2 - leek whites only, thinly sliced
- 1 - clove garlic minced
- 1 - small granny smith apple peeled, small dice
- 2 - carrots medium, peeled and small dice
- 1 tsp - chopped fresh sage
- 2 1/2 cups - vegetable or chicken stock
- croutons as needed for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F.
- Place the halved acorn squash or pumpkin on a sheet pan or roasting rack. Spread one tbsp of butter on each half and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 45-50 minutes until very tender. Let cool and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
- Meanwhile, heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add one tbsp butter and the oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sliced leeks. Cook for 3-5 minutes until soft.
- Add the diced carrots, apples, cooked squash or pumpkin, and sage. Add the stock and bring the soup to a boil. Turn it back down to a simmer and cook until the carrots and apples are tender.
- Once tender, puree the mixture until smooth in a blender. Season for salt and pepper. Garnish with croutons and chopped crisp sage.