Savory Pumpkin Creamy Soup (Print View)
Creamy roasted pumpkin blended with aromatic vegetables and warming spices for a comforting meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4.4 lbs pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cubed
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
05 - 1 celery stalk, chopped
→ Liquids
06 - 4 cups vegetable broth
07 - 3/4 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
→ Spices & Seasonings
08 - 1 tsp ground cumin
09 - 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
10 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
12 - 1 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Garnish
14 - Pumpkin seeds (optional)
15 - Fresh parsley or chives (optional)
16 - Extra coconut milk or cream, for drizzle (optional)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss pumpkin cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt; spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
02 - In a large pot, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; sauté 5 to 6 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
03 - Add roasted pumpkin cubes, cumin, nutmeg, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to the pot. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
05 - Remove pot from heat. Puree soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer in batches to a countertop blender.
06 - Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Warm gently before serving if necessary.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of coconut milk or cream if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- It feels like sharing a secret when you tell friends how easy yet impressive this soup is to make
- The blend of creamy texture and warming spices quickly made it a beloved comfort food in my home
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- Roasting the pumpkin until lightly caramelized is key, it unlocks sweetness that canned pumpkin can’t match
- Blending the soup while still warm makes achieving that silky texture a breeze and fills the kitchen with irresistible aromas
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- Toast the spices briefly to intensify their flavor before adding liquid, it changes the whole profile of the soup
- Don’t skip the roasting step; it’s the secret that takes this from good to unforgettable