Savor the perfection of Pumpkin Soup, a cozy blend of sweet and savory crafted with pumpkin, onion, garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, and fresh herbs. An ideal companion for those chilly fall days!
Heat your pan on a medium flame. Toss in onions, garlic, and thyme leaves. Sauté until they're soft and they smells delightful.
Add diced pumpkin, season with salt, black pepper, and cumin powder. Sauté until everything is well mixed.
Pour in chicken broth and let the pumpkin cook until it's tender. When done, turn off the heat.
Use an immersion blender to blend for a smooth texture. If you're using a regular blender, let it cool a bit, then blend in batches.
Stir in heavy cream, and garnish with parsley, and there you go! Your flavorful pumpkin soup is ready.
Serving
Serve it with crusty or cheesy bread and simple salads for a hearty meal
Notes
Here are some expert tips to perfect your Pumpkin Soup:
Selecting the Pumpkin: Choose sugar or pie pumpkins for their natural sweetness. Butternut squash is a reliable, sweet alternative.
Cutting for Consistency: Aim for medium-sized pumpkin slices for even cooking. Need cutting tips? Refer to my roasted pumpkin recipe.
Seasoning Simplicity: Create a classic flavor with a mix of onion, garlic, black pepper, and cumin powder.
Broth Choice: Simmer the pumpkin in chicken or veggie broth to enhance its flavors – it’s like a cozy embrace for your soup.
Blending Method: Use an immersion or regular blender. Cool the pumpkin slightly before blending for safety.
Creaminess Level: Indulge with heavy cream, or keep it light with half-and-half or milk.
Herbal Touch: Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for an herbal freshness.
Creative Flavors: Experiment with pumpkin spice or paprika for an extra kick.
Roasting Made Easy: For a simple soup, roast the pumpkin. Follow my pumpkin puree recipe: roast pumpkin halves with a head of garlic and a medium onion. Once cool, peel, blend, add cream, season, and garnish with parsley for a cozy soup experience.