Pumpkin Soup

A pumpkin is very rich in beta-carotene, as study says may reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer and offers protection against heart disease. It is suitable to all people, young and old. Here I have prepared the pumpkin soup for the kids.

Ingredients:

500 gm pumpkin, peeled, remove seeds, cut into cubes
1 stalk leek sliced thinly, only the white part
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 liter water
2 tablespoon mushroom stock granules
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon finely slice parsley and spring onion

Method:

Steam pumpkin in a steamer until soft. Mash pumpkin finely. In a pot, fry garlic and leek until fragrant. Add water and bring to boil. Put in the mashed pumkin and stir to mix. Add mushroom stock granules, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and spring onion. Serve immediately.