Prophetic Lessons Through Squash Soup: Kitchen Activities for Kids
It's that time of year where the season brings pumpkin patches and kitchens filled with the scent of fall baking. In Islam, pumpkin and squash hold a special place. It was the favourite food for Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and when Prophet Yunus (AS) left the belly of the whale weak and exhausted, Allah (SWT) caused a gourd tree (Yaqteen) to grow and create shade to protect the prophet.
Pumpkin and squash are rich in vitamins A and C, fibre and antioxidants. This squash soup recipe from- (jamieolivereats.co.uk) is a joyful way to bring that story to life with your little helpers in the kitchen. After enjoying the soup, you can continue the learning with the Prophet Yunus (AS) story and activities also available in the TPT store.
Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients:
1 large butternut squash (peeled, seeded and cubed)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
4 cups of vegetable stock
salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup coconut milk
fresh parsley or coriander for garnish
Instructions:
Roast the Butternut Squash
Preheat oven 200℃ (400℉)
Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tblsp olive oil, salt, and blk pepper. Spread it on a baking tray.
Roast for 25-30mins until squash is tender.
Saute the Onion and Garlic
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and saute for 5-6 mins until softened.
Stir in the garlic, cumin and cinnamon until fragrant.
Combine and Simmer
Add the roasted butternut squash to the pot and pour in the vegetable stock.
Bring mixture to a boil then, reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 10 mins.
Blend the Soup
Remove the pot from the heat. Let soup cool slightly.
Use an immersion blender or a countertop blender to blend soup until smooth.
Adjust and Serve
Stir in coconut milk for creaminess.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or black pepper.
Serve warm with parsley or coriander.
Serve as a starter or as a main meal.
Children can be assigned kitchen jobs to help make the soup. Create workstations for kids.
Preparation Workstation
- Set the table or workspace
- Set the table
- Gather the ingredients
- Get out the bowls, measuring cups, spoons, cutting board and utensils
Washing and Scrubbing Workstation
- Wash produce
- Clear the table
- Wash dishes
- Tidy up
After cooking and the soup is ready, practice Adab. Saying Bismillah before eating with the right hand and eat together. After clean-up, take a moment to share the story of Prophet Yunus (AS). The story, word search and the comprehension activities are in the TPT store.
Also new in the shop- Sabr poster to print and frame to hang in a child's space. A freebie!
What fall dishes are you making with your kids? (comment below)
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