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Creamy Pumpkin Soup


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: vegetarian

Description

This creamy pumpkin soup is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for fall. It’s rich, flavorful, and easy to make!


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste)
  • 3 cups pumpkin puree
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: toasted pumpkin seeds, cream swirl, fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, and chili flakes. Toast for 1 minute.
  3. Add pumpkin puree and vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  4. Blend using immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.
  5. Stir in coconut milk or cream and heat through without boiling.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a vegan option, use coconut milk and skip the cream swirl.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: soup
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg