Roasted Pumpkin Bowl Soup

For the Roasted Pumpkin Bowl

• 1 medium sugar pumpkin (cleaned, top cut off and seeds removed)

For the Soup

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 3 cups pumpkin purée (homemade or canned, unsweetened)
• 3 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free)
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional garnish: pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, or a swirl of coconut cream