Creamy Pumpkin Soup
A heartwarming bowl of creamy pumpkin soup, perfect for chilly nights. This comforting dish is rich, nutritious, and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 4 cups broth (vegetable, chicken, or bone)
- 1 cup cream (or coconut cream/almond milk)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- Olive oil or butter for sautéing
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- A pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics by heating a medium pot over medium heat. Add olive oil and toss in the chopped onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the pumpkin puree and cook for 2-3 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Pour in the broth gradually, stirring constantly until well combined. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or by carefully transferring it to a blender.
- Return the blended soup to low heat, stir in the cream, and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Notes
For added nutrition, consider blending in spinach or kale. The soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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