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Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A warm and comforting soup perfect for fall, blending fresh pumpkin with cream for a velvety texture.

Ingredients

Main

  • 2 cups fresh pumpkin chunks or pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 pinch nutmeg or cinnamon (optional)

Instructions 

  • Melt butter or warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5-8 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add pumpkin to the pot, stirring to coat. Pour in broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until pumpkin is tender, about 15-25 minutes.
  • Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or blender in batches.
  • Stir in the cream, warm through, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

For a richer flavor, roast the pumpkin before adding it to the soup.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin