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Easy Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup for Cozy Fall Dinner

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Make this easy creamy pumpkin soup for a comforting fall dinner. It uses simple ingredients and warm spices to deliver rich flavor quickly, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups pumpkin puree (from about 3 lbs fresh pumpkin or canned)
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • Optional garnish: toasted pepitas

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  3. Stir in the pumpkin puree, broth, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until it is completely smooth and velvety. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a standard blender and blend until smooth, returning it to the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated. Heat gently for 2 minutes, but do not boil after adding the cream.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and spices as needed. Serve hot, garnished with toasted pepitas if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, roast your fresh pumpkin first before pureeing it for use in this recipe.
  • If you prefer a lighter soup, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • This soup freezes well for up to three months. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

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