Lamb, pumpkin, and barley soup
Description
For the soup, mince the lamb into ground meat, then sauté it in a pot, add vegetables, and pour broth or water over it. Garnish the finished soup with fresh herbs before serving. It's best to use butternut squash, as it is sweeter than regular squash, which pairs well with the meat. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, prepare all the ingredients: mince the lamb meat, finely chop the herbs and garlic. Peel the pumpkin and cut it into large cubes, dice the onion into small cubes.
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Step 2
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a saucepan, add the minced meat and fry, stirring regularly, for about 2-3 minutes. Add the onion and garlic, and cook for another couple of minutes.
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Step 3
3. Add the pumpkin, barley, and thyme, then pour in 3 cups of water. Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat.
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Step 4
4. Mash the soup slightly with a fork or potato masher, return it to the heat, add the spinach and grated cheese. Cook over low heat for a few minutes.
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Step 5
5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with parsley, serve immediately.