Pumpkin, Chilli and Butter Bean Soup

Ingredients

1 small pumpkin
1 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely sliced
1 medium red chilli, deseeded and roughly chopped
1 litre of Vegetable Stock
½ pack fresh coriander, chopped
Large can of Butter Beans, drained and rinsed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1.      Using a sharp knife, cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds. Then peel and cut into small chunks.

2.      Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the onion over a low heat for 5-6 minutes until soft. Stir in the chilli and pumpkin and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

3.      Pour in the stock, bring to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes until the pumpkin is tender. Transfer to a food processor and blend until smooth.

4.      Return the soup to the pan. Stir in the coriander and butter beans, then bring back to a simmer for 2-3 minutes until hot.

5.      Season and serve.