Pumpkin and Dill Seed Soup

Preparation :10 mins
Cook :12 mins
Total Time :22 mins
Servings :Makes 4 servings

Ingredients :

3 cups red pumpkin (bhopla / kaddu) cubes
1/2 tsp dill seeds (suva dana)
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp finely chopped onions
salt to taste
1/4 cup milk
freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch) to taste

For The Garnish
2 tbsp fresh cream
2 tbsp chopped spring onion greens

Method :

Heat the butter in a non-stick deep pan, add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute.Add the dill seeds and sauté for 1 more minute.Add the pumpkin pieces, salt and 3 cups of water and cook on a medium flame for 10 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
Once cooled, blend using a hand blender to a smooth mixture.
Add the milk, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 more minutes.
Serve hot garnished with fresh cream and spring onion greens.