PUMPKIN AND CARROT SOUP

Ingredients.......2 tbs of sesame oil, 2 onions peeled and finely chopped, 2 tbs of minced garlic, 1 tsp of ground coriander, 1 tsp of ground cumin, 1 tsp of ground nutmeg, 1 kg of pumpkin ( peeled and diced), 1 large potato ( peeled and diced ), 300gm of shredded carrot, 1 litre of chicken stock or vegetable stock, 125 ml of cream, walnut pieces to dress ( optional). Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a low heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until tender ( soft). Add the garlic, coriander, cumin and nutmeg, stirring until well incorporated. Add the stock, pumpkin,potato and carrots and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the vegetables are soft. Allow to cool slightly,then blend/ process in batches until smooth. Finally stir through the cream and reheat gently on low. Top with walnut pieces if desired.