Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe
A creamy and comforting pumpkin soup made with fresh pumpkin, aromatic onions and garlic, simmered in vegetable broth, and finished with a touch of heavy cream for richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small pumpkin (about 2–3 lbs; peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the diced onions and minced garlic to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook Pumpkin: Add the cubed pumpkin to the pot and cook for another 3-4 minutes to start softening the pumpkin.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 20 minutes until the pumpkin is tender.
- Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth.
- Add Cream and Season: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and heat gently if needed before serving. Enjoy your creamy pumpkin soup!
Notes
- Use a ripe pumpkin like sugar pumpkin for the best flavor and texture.
- If you want a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or a plant-based alternative.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more broth if you prefer a thinner soup.
- For extra flavor, add warming spices such as nutmeg or cinnamon.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://sweetworldcooks.com/creamy-pumpkin-soup-recipe/
