Creamy Rosemary Pumpkin Soup

Healthy Pumpkin Soup Recipe

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Overview:

This Healthy Pumpkin Soup recipe is a delightful combination of autumnal flavors, perfect for a cozy lunch or snack during the winter months or even for Christmas gatherings. It’s not only delicious but also quick to make, requiring less than 60 minutes in total.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories per Serving: 259.5
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (based on 7 reviews)

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup pumpkin flesh, diced
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 4 bay leaves
• 3 tablespoons skim milk powder
• Vegetable stock (enough to cover the vegetables)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

   • Peel and chop the onion.
   • Dice the pumpkin flesh into small cubes.
   • Slice the carrot into rounds.
   • Remove the rosemary leaves from the stems.

2. Sauté Onion and Aromatics:

   • In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and sauté gently, ensuring it doesn’t brown, for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

3. Add Vegetables and Herbs:

   • Stir in the diced pumpkin, sliced carrot, and fresh rosemary leaves.
   • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften slightly and the aroma of rosemary fills the kitchen.

4. Simmer Soup:

   • Pour in enough vegetable stock to cover the vegetables in the saucepan.
   • Add the bay leaves.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the soup simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

5. Blend Soup:

   • Once the vegetables are cooked through, remove the saucepan from the heat.
   • Discard the bay leaves and any woody rosemary stalks.
   • Using a ladle, transfer about a third of the soup to a blender.
   • Add a third of the skim milk powder to the blender.
   • Blend until smooth and creamy.
   • Pour the blended soup into a large bowl.
   • Repeat this process with the remaining soup and milk powder until all the soup is pureed.

6. Combine and Serve:

   • Pour the pureed soup back into the saucepan.
   • Heat the soup gently over low heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
   • Once heated, ladle the soup into bowls.
   • Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary, if desired.
   • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes:

• For a vegetarian version of this soup, use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock.
• Feel free to adjust the seasoning and thickness of the soup according to your preference.
• This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side salad for a satisfying meal.

With its warm flavors and creamy texture, this Healthy Pumpkin Soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Give it a try and savor the comforting taste of autumn in every spoonful! 🍂🥄