Description
This easy pumpkin soup recipe offers a creamy, warmly spiced dish that is perfect for cozy fall or winter evenings. Made with pumpkin puree, aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and enriched with heavy cream, this soup balances savory and sweet flavors, creating a comforting starter or light meal. Caramelized onions add depth, and the use of pureed pumpkin ensures a smooth, velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large yellow onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Main Ingredients
- 2 (15-ounce) cans pumpkin puree
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups water
Finishing Touch
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and caramelized, about 15 minutes, which adds rich sweetness to the soup.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in minced garlic, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to release the spices’ aroma without burning the garlic.
- Deglaze and Combine Ingredients: Pour in 1/4 cup of chicken stock to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom to enhance flavor. Then add the remaining chicken stock, water, and the pumpkin puree. Stir everything together thoroughly.
- Simmer the Soup: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the soup to thicken slightly.
- Puree the Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot or transfer the mixture to a regular blender in batches, blending until smooth and creamy.
- Add Cream and Serve: Stir in the heavy cream to enrich the soup. Serve immediately, optionally with warm bread on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth.
- The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- If you prefer a thinner soup, add more broth or water to reach desired consistency.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree if available for a more vibrant flavor.
- Garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds or a drizzle of extra cream for presentation.
