Description

Embrace the essence of autumn with this Creamy Pumpkin Delight, a perfect blend of sweetness and spice. This comforting dish features roasted pumpkin, aromatic garlic, and warm spices, resulting in a rich and velvety soup that’s sure to please your family and friends. Ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is simple to prepare and offers a delightful way to celebrate the season.

Ingredients

Scale

1 medium sugar pumpkin (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup full-fat coconut milk
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Salt & pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by peeling and cubing the pumpkin, dicing the onion, and mincing the garlic.
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add cubed pumpkin along with cinnamon and nutmeg; stir until well coated.
Pour in vegetable broth, ensuring all pumpkin is submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until pumpkin is tender.
Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (allow steam to escape).
Stir in coconut milk; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For extra sweetness, consider adding a splash of maple syrup. - Feel free to incorporate spices like ginger or cayenne for a unique twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.