Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

squash pumpkin

cut into pieces

1 unit

red onion

cut into pieces

500 g

potatoes

cut into pieces

2 unit

garlic cloves

cut into pieces

2 tbsp

truffle olive oil

4 tbsp

skinny quark

1 handful

basil

4 tbsp

sunflower seeds

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 l

water

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

Step 2
~4 min

Halve the pumpkin, remove the seeds, and cut into pieces.

Step 3
~4 min

Cut the red onion and garlic into pieces.

Step 4
~4 min

Place pumpkin, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, ensuring they don't burn.

Step 5
~4 min

Clean and chop the potatoes into pieces.

Step 6
~4 min

Heat truffle olive oil in a large pan.

Step 7
~4 min

Add potato pieces to the pan and cook for 3 minutes, avoiding burning.

Step 8
~4 min

Add 1 liter of water to the pan and bring to a boil.

Step 9
~4 min

Simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the roasted pumpkin, onion, and garlic to the pan.

Step 11
~4 min

Blend the mixture until smooth using a mixer or blender.

Step 12
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 13
~4 min

Pour the soup into bowls.

Step 14
~4 min

Garnish each bowl with a tablespoon of skinny quark, sunflower seeds, and basil.

Step 15
~4 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the pumpkin until slightly caramelized for a richer flavor.

Adjust the amount of truffle oil to your preference.

Garnish with a swirl of cream for a more elegant presentation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Pair with a grilled cheese sandwich.

Offer as a starter for a fall-themed dinner.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled cheese sandwich
Crusty bread
Fall salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

A comforting autumn dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Fall
Thanksgiving
Halloween
Dinner party

Popularity Score

75/100

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