Yellow Pumpkin Soup

Note: All ingredient quantities are ap prox.

Ingredients

Yellow Pumpkin - 200 gms piece
Red chilli powder - 1/2 tsp
Salt to taste
Butter (optional)

Method

1. Deseed and clean the pumpkin.
2. Sprinkle some water on the pumpkin piece, microwave on high for 7  minutes. (Alternatively, you can also steam it in the pressure cooker for 1-2 whistles).
3. After it cooks, place it in cold water for 2 minutes
4. Scoop out the pulp, carefully avoiding the skin.
5. Puree in a blender until smooth.
6. Add salt, red chilli powder, water and microwave in a deep bowl for 4 minutes.
7. Serve hot with a dollop of butter.

This soup serves 2 persons.