Kabocha and Root Vegetable Soup
Naturally sweet kabocha squash mingles with earthy carrots and parsnips in this wintry root vegetable soup with a kick of toasted coriander.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Cut kabocha squash into 1-inch chunks and carefully trim the peel off each chunk.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add coriander seed. Toast in the skillet until seeds start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, about 3 minutes. Grind seeds in a coffee grinder.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add carrots and parsnip; cook and stir until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add leeks and ground coriander; saute until soft, adding a little stock if the pot gets dry. Add the kabocha, remaining vegetable stock, and basil. Add water to cover squash, if necessary. Bring soup to a boil; reduce to simmer. Continue simmering until squash is tender, 25 to 35 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Remove soup from heat. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in heavy cream.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)