They say you have to introduce a new food to a Toddler approximately 20 times before they’ll take a liking to it. I find adults no different when it comes to shifting their palate. What I mean by this is once you’ve taken to eating a lot of the same kind of food (e.g. holiday sweets) integrating something different (e.g. healthy, non-sugary food) can be challenging. I know for myself if I’ve been on a sugar jag I can have a fridge full of delicious fresh produce and I stare at it blankly just wanting more chocolate.
Note: The soup will be blended at the end so no need to be fussy about how you cut up the pumpkin.
3. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
4. Let cool slightly and either pour into a blender or use an immersion blender and blend to a smooth consistency. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Instead of salt you can use soy sauce or tamari (gluten free substitute for soy sauce) as well.
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You are so right about adults being as finicky as toddlers when it comes to changing their normal food. Case in point: my husband. When I married him, he thought American cheese was gourmet. He isn't much better over twenty years later, but he continually giving him new things to try has definitely broadened his palate. That soup sounds wonderful. I have a butternut squash waiting to be used in a soup like that one.
I don't think I'd have to have this 20 times to like it, looks delicious.
That is a beautiful soup! I've been on a simple, fresh soup kick lately, and will have to pick up some canellinis today to give this a try! Thanks for an inspirational recipe!
Oh I know what you mean about getting out of the holiday sugar hole! I'm so glad the cookies are finally done and out of my eyeshot!
I love these flavors just got one of those for Christmas to blend with looks like a great recipe to try it out with! Thanks ★•.¸¸.•*¨*❤•.¸¸.•*¨*☆•.¸¸.•*¨*❤
HAPPY NEW 2011 YEAR!!!
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It sounds so delicious and it is time to get back to more healthy eating. Happy New Year!!
This is so true! I never heard the stat about babies, but it is definitely true with adults! I guess I need to force sushi to my husband 19 more times for him to like it
Soup sounds delicious for a cold night, thanks!
Oooh, I'm fascinated by that combination of cannelini beans and pumpkin! Sounds delicious, especially with the sage! Thanks for sharing!
thanks for the kind words on my blog about getting my little one in the kitchen this soup looks wonderful
Happy New Year Rebecca
That looks like a wonderful combination! (And guess who got an immersion blender for Christmas!) Thanks!
Looks fantastic.
I've REALLY got to get a hand held blender! It seems like it makes making soup so much easier!
I have had hibiscus blossoms at the bottom of a glass filled with champagne. The bubbles make the blossom open. What a wonderful sight to see and a fun way to drink champagne!
I have a pumpkin that has been sitting on my counter, just waiting for the right recipe…I think this is it! Wow…it looks amazing!
How delicious! I love how you thickened it up with white beans. YUM!
Love the color of the soup and the fabulous garnish–buzzed!
I have a 5 tries rule when it comes to food for exactly that reason – it takes the palette time to warm up to new flavors! This, however, looks a-maz-ing! I love pumpkin/winter squash.
Such a perfect use for pumpkin, this soup looks delicious!
Sage, sage, sage! My most favorite herb in the world. I'll take a couple of bowls simply because it's in there. Though it looks delicious with everything else too.
This is such a lovely recipe. So fresh and bright. I must try pumpkin. I grew up hating it but keep wondering if I should give it another whirl.