Description
Enjoy a bowl of warmth and comfort with this creamy Pumpkin Soup, perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. This delightful dish combines the rich flavors of pumpkin puree with aromatic spices and savory chicken broth, creating a smooth, satisfying experience. It’s not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to be served as an appetizer or a hearty lunch. With the addition of fresh herbs and optional garnishes, each bowl can be customized to your liking. This healthy soup is packed with nutrients and embodies the essence of autumn in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (divided)
- ½ cup croutons (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a soup pot over medium-high heat, sauté diced onion until softened. Add shredded carrots and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and add brown sugar, bay leaf, thyme sprigs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and cream; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Discard bay leaf and thyme stems. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Serve hot, garnished with cream and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg