Pumpkin Soup
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this easy pumpkin soup, a delightful treat perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings. Rich in flavor, this creamy soup blends luscious pumpkin puree with fragrant spices and wholesome chicken broth to create a velvety texture that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Enhanced by fresh herbs and optional crunchy toppings, this recipe is versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main course. Make it your own by customizing garnishes or pairing it with crusty bread for a complete meal. Enjoy the essence of autumn in every spoonful!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter (or Turkey Bacon grease)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- ½ cup shredded carrot
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- In a soup pot over medium-high heat, melt butter or Turkey Bacon grease. Sauté diced onion until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add shredded carrot and minced garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, stirring in brown sugar, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove bay leaf and thyme stems. Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Before serving, stir in chopped parsley and garnish with extra cream and croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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