Pumpkin Soup

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Transform your leftover pumpkin into this comforting classic.

(Serves 2)

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 Co-op pumpkin, flesh chopped, seeds reserved
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, crushed
  • 450ml Co-op skimmed milk
  • 2 tbsp reduced fat creme fraiche

METHOD

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/Gas 4
  2. Fry the onion and pumpkin in 1 tbsp of the oil over a low heat for 10 mins
  3. Add the garlic, thyme and fennel seeds, then cook on a medium heat for 5 more mins
  4. Pour in the milk, bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 mins, 1/2-covered, until the pumpkin is tender
  5. Meanwhile, remove any flesh from the pumpkin seeds, rinse and toss with the remaining oil
  6. Roast on a baking tray for 10 mins, until golden
  7. Blend the soup until smooth, then serve with a dollop of crème fraîche and a scattering of the seeds