Pumpkin Soup Recipe
A creamy and comforting pumpkin soup made with fresh pumpkin puree, aromatic onions and garlic, seasoned with nutmeg, and finished with a touch of heavy cream. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy fall evenings or as a warm appetizer for any meal.
- Author: Ella
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering and Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become translucent and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Pumpkin and Broth: Stir in the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth, mixing well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer gently for about 15 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until creamy.
- Finish Soup: Stir in the heavy cream and ground nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Warm Through: Heat the soup gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, just until warmed through. Do not let it boil to prevent the cream from curdling.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with a pinch of nutmeg or a dollop of cream if desired. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or ginger.
- The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- If you prefer a thinner soup, add more vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree by roasting and pureeing pumpkin chunks for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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