Kabocha Squash Soup - Easy Version

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   Peel the kabocha squash, cut into bite sized pieces, and put on a heatproof dish.

2. 2

   Add just enough water to cover and cover loosely with plastic wrap.

3. 3

   Microwave for 7 minutes at 600W.

4. 4

   The kabocha squash should be tender enough to fall apart immediately when you touch it.

5. 5

   It's very hot, so be careful taking it out.

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   Place a miso-strainer or sieve on top of a pot.

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   Put in the kabocha squash and any remaining moisture in the plate and pass the kabocha squash through the sieve using a pestle.

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   As shown in this phot, there shouldn't be much left in the sieve.

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   The kabocha squash looks like this.

10. 10

    Add milk to this little by little while mixing.

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    Add soup stock cubes, and heat through while being careful not to let it burn.

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    Season with salt and pepper at the end.

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    If the flavor is too rich or salty, add more milk.

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    Ladle into serving bowls and garnish the top with coffee cream or chopped parsley.

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    You can also add a bit of butter for richness.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.