Classic German pumpkin soup with potatoe and apples
Grandma's classic German pumpkin soup with a fruity touch is popular with young and old alike. Try this wonderful and quick recipe for lunch or supper.
1Hokkaido pumpkinapprox. 1.5 kg, Other types of pumpkin will also work
750mlvegetable stock
2potatoes
1onionmedium sized
2carrotsmedium sized
1applesour like
salt & pepper
nutmeggrated
some orange juice
Instructions
Peel the pumpkin, onion, potatoes, apple and carrots and cut them into medium large pieces.
Fry in a little oil in a large pot as follows: First put in the pumpkin, potatoes and carrots, and only after about 5 minutes the onion. When the onion has coloured, add the stock and the apple pieces.
Cook slightly for about 20 minutes, check that everything is soft and then puree with a hand blender.
Flavour with some orange juice, you can also add some sweet cream. Season with salt, pepper and a pinch of nutmeg. Done!