Pumpkin Soup

Serves 1

Ingredients

  • 200g pumpkin, peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 1 small sweet potato, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1cm ginger, grated
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • ΒΌ cup amaranth or quinoa
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 2 cups water
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
  • Handful of pepitas to serve (optional)
  • Dollop of sour cream (optional)

Method

  1. Place all ingredients in a large saucepan on the stove and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 25 minutes or until well cooked.
  2. Remove from heat, and puree.
  3. Serve hot.

TIP: Double mixture and freeze a portion.