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Pumpkin Soup

This pumpkin soup is prepared by slow-cooking pumpkin, spices, and aromatics to develop deep, layered flavors. The ingredients soften and meld into a velvety, smooth puree with a warm, inviting appearance. The final dish features a rich, thick consistency with a slightly creamy, rustic texture.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Western
Calories: 170

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium sugar pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and chopped about 4 cups chopped
  • 1 small onion peeled and diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup canned coconut milk or heavy cream optional, for creaminess
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Blender or immersion blender
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Cooking spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer 15–25 minutes until pumpkin is very soft and mashable.
  7. Blend soup until smooth and creamy.
  8. Stir in coconut milk or cream if using.
  9. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.