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Game of Thrones: Arya's Sweet Pumpkin Soup Recipe
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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.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Once tender, puree the mixture until smooth in a blender. Season for salt and pepper. Garnish with croutons and chopped crisp sage.