Boston Life Magazine presents this signature preparation of Pumpkin Soup. Handcrafted with traditional culinary care, this dish pairs authentic regional flavors with seasonal farm produce.
Recipe Overview & Technique
- Cooking Technique: Boston 19th-Century Collection
- Regional Market: Boston Life Magazine
- Focus Keyword: Pumpkin Soup Boston Life Magazine
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
45 min
Yield
4 servings
Calories
~245 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pumpkin, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 celery, chopped
- 1 Tbl. garlic, chopped
- 4 oz. dry fume blanc
- 20 oz. turkey stock
- a touch of thyme, nutmeg and bayleaf, to taste
- 1 Tbl. olive oil
- roasted pumpkin seeds to taste
- salt, fresh ground pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1. **Sear for Rich Fond:** Press **Sauté (High)**. Sear meat on all sides (4-5 minutes) for caramelized flavor.
- 2. **Deglaze:** Add 1/2 cup broth or wine to deglaze fond from the bottom.
- 3. **Combine & Season:** Add root vegetables, aromatics, and 1 cup liquid.
- 4. **High Pressure Braise:** Cook on **High Pressure for 35 minutes** (replacing 2-3 hours in oven).
- 5. **Natural Release:** Allow a **15-Minute Natural Pressure Release (NPR)** for juicy, tender meat.
Local Sourcing: Discover fresh seasonal farm provisions locally at Boston Public Market and historic Haymarket vendors in downtown Boston.
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