Saturday, 20 March 2010

Roasted Squash Soup with Harissa and Canolleni Beans

@riverford delivered a *beautiful* sweet mama squash this week and I knew I had to make this! It's an unctuous, velvety, delicious soup with a pleasant warmth from the harissa.

For 4 portions you need:
1 squash, cut into chunks (no need to peel) and deseeded
1.25l vegetable stock
1 rounded dessertspoon harissa
2 tbsp finely chopped corriander
2 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
2 tsp roasted pumpkin seed oil
2 pinches moroccan seasoning
salt and pepper
2 tbsp good quality olive oil

Begin by roasting the squash: lay the unpeeled chunks on a baking sheet, season well, add the moroccan seasoning and the olive oil. Roast in a moderate oven for about an hour. Leave to cool for a bit and then scoop the flesh from the skin.

Place the cooked flesh in a pan and add the stock. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10 mins. Blend. Add the drained beans and harissa and gently heat. Serve in bowls garnished with the toasted seeds, corriander and oil.

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