Savory Pumpkin SoupIngredients:
1 medium pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cubed (about 2 cups) 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried sage 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup milk Salt and pepper to taste Sour cream or Greek yogurt for topping (optional)Instructions:
1.
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat a drizzle of olive oil.
2.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the garlic, thyme, sage, nutmeg, and cinnamon and cook for another minute.
4.
Add the pumpkin and broth to the pot.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
5.
Puree the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.
6.
Stir in the milk and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7.
Serve hot, topped with sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
Tips:
For a richer flavor, roast the pumpkin before adding it to the soup.
Toss the pumpkin cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 30-45 minutes, or until tender.
Add other vegetables to the soup, such as potatoes, parsnips, or butternut squash.
If you don’t have canned pumpkin, you can substitute cooked and mashed pumpkin.
For a vegan version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the sour cream or Greek yogurt.

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