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Title: Halloween Special Recipe: “Bewitched” Pumpkin Soup with Benvolio Pumpkin Seed Oil

🎃 Halloween Night Special

To warm up from the chilly weather, a hearty hot dish is just what you need

With the arrival of the first autumn chill and the evocative spirit of Halloween, there’s no better trick than a steaming bowl to warm up the evening. Pumpkin takes center stage as the undisputed queen of the table: no potions or mysterious formulas, just a smooth, velvety soup that turns this occasion into the season's most comforting and delicious feast.

Bewitched Pumpkin Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course cena, pranzo, First, Seconds
Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
Servings 4 PEOPLE
Calories 355 kcal

Notes

Benvolio 1938 Halloween Special

"Bewitched" Pumpkin Soup with Benvolio Pumpkin Seed Oil

The perfect comfort food for Halloween night, featuring an enveloping flavor with a "magical" twist: the sweetness of pumpkin meets the creaminess of potatoes and the rich, toasted aroma of pumpkin seed oil added raw.
800 g pumpkin pulp
2 medium potatoes
1 yellow onion
700 ml hot vegetable broth
Benvolio Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, as needed
Benvolio Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil (250 ml), raw to taste
Benvolio Organic Avocado Oil (250 ml), as needed to toast croutons
30 g toasted pumpkin seeds
Rustic bread croutons
Salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to taste

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 25–30 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Servings: 4 people

Ingredients


Instructions

1. The Cauldron

Cut the pumpkin pulp and peeled potatoes into even cubes. In a large saucepan, gently sauté the finely chopped onion with two tablespoons of Benvolio Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil over low heat until translucent and fragrant.
Step 1: Prepping Fresh Pumpkin, Potatoes, And Onion Base With Benvolio Organic Oil

2. The Magic Takes Shape

Add the diced pumpkin and potatoes to the pan and let them cook for a couple of minutes over medium-high heat to develop flavor. Pour in the boiling vegetable broth until the vegetables are completely covered. Lower the heat, cover with the lid, and simmer gently for about 25–30 minutes, until tender.
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Nutrition

Serving: 450GCalories: 355kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 9gFat: 16g
Keyword olio di semi di zucca
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The Recipe's Oil Trio: Differences and Role of Each Oil

In the preparation of our velvety soup, each oil plays a distinct and irreplaceable role: they are not interchangeable, but work in synergy to balance texture, cooking performance, and aromatic notes.

1. Italian Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500 ml)

The cooking foundation. The ideal choice for building the initial sauté base.

  • Role in the dish: gently softens the onion and extracts the natural aromas of the vegetables in the pan without masking their flavor.
  • Key strength: exceptional heat stability and an aromatic profile rooted in Mediterranean tradition.

2. Cold-Pressed Organic Avocado Oil (250 ml)

The high-heat and crisping expert. Soft, round, and delicately fruity on the palate.

  • Role in the dish: thanks to its exceptionally high smoke point, it is ideal for pan-toasting croutons until golden and crunchy without burning.
  • Key strength: remarkable thermal resistance and naturally rich in beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids.

3. Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil (250 ml)

The raw aromatic and dramatic finishing touch. Deep forest-green color paired with an intense, toasted flavor profile.

  • Role in the dish: strictly drizzled raw right before serving to create visual contrast and release unmistakable roasted notes.
  • Key strength: natural source of phytosterols, zinc, and polyunsaturated fatty acids preserved intact without cooking.

Why use all three together?

Using them in combination respects the unique culinary strengths of each oil:

With the Extra Virgin Olive Oil, you build the savory depth and body of the dish; with the Avocado Oil, you achieve the ultimate crispiness for the croutons; and with the Pumpkin Seed Oil, you deliver the finishing gourmet swirl that transforms a simple soup into true autumn comfort food.

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