At the store, get one of those hard, green, pumpkin-shaped winter squash.
Cut in half and remove the seeds for the birds.
Microwave, cut sides down, on high until soft.
Remove pulp from rind, discard rind.
Add a little broth or water, blend.
For soup, add broth, ginger, ham pieces, salt and white pepper, maybe some cooked beans, cut celery, whatever. Eat with a good bread.