Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['dairy_free'], recipe: first, steam a pumpkin, cut into pieces, for 30 to 45 minutes. puree in electric mixer or food processor. set aside. can be prepared a day or two in advan ce. when ready to make the soup. saute onions in butter in a large saucepan over low heat until soft. sprinkle in flour and stir 2 to 3 minutes. gradually add chicken broth, half and half, then pumpkin puree. cook gently for 15 minutes. salt and pepper to taste. pour into bowls and top with dollop of whipped cream, a dusting of nutmeg and pumpkin seeds.

Target recipe: saute the garlic, curry paste and pumpkin until frangrant. the oil in the paste should eliminate the need for any extra - if it appears to be sticking, add a little water. pour in the water and crumble in the stock cubes. bring to the boil, then lower heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until pumpkin is tender. with a fork, mash some of the pumpkin roughly to achieve a thick, rustic texture. simmer for another 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. if it looks watery, continue to simmer for another 5 minutes. serve garnished with the herbs.