Pumpkin Soup Recipe: Super Easy from a Can
Description:
This pumpkin soup recipe is a delightful concoction that originated from my attempts to replicate the flavors of a beloved local restaurantβs pumpkin soup, which I found myself craving time and again. Faced with the challenges of cooking fresh sugar pumpkins with inconsistent and often time-consuming results, I devised this recipe using simple pantry ingredients. The result? A velvety smooth pumpkin soup that not only saves you time but also never fails to impress, even those who may initially turn up their noses at the idea of pumpkin soup!
Ingredients:
- 1 can of pumpkin puree
- 1 sweet onion, very finely chopped
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/8 β 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup heavy cream
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 280.8
- Fat Content: 15.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 51.4mg
- Sodium Content: 748.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 13.6g
- Protein Content: 8.7g
Recipe Yield: Approximately 6 servings
Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Potluck, Winter, Thanksgiving, Savory, Weeknight, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Very finely chop the sweet onion and sautΓ© it in a small amount of butter until it becomes very soft and starts to caramelize. | β |
| 2 | Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable or chicken stock, salt, pepper, maple syrup, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice to the pot. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. | β |
| 3 | Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Leave the pot uncovered and allow the flavors to meld together for at least one hour. Take this time to engage in other activities like chasing the kids or tidying up the house! | 1 hour |
| 4 | In a separate bowl, combine the water and flour until thoroughly mixed to create a slurry. | β |
| 5 | Increase the heat under the soup and slowly add the flour-water mixture while stirring continuously. Allow the soup to boil for a couple of minutes until it thickens. | β |
| 6 | Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the heavy cream until well incorporated. | β |
| 7 | Serve the pumpkin soup hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping and enjoy its comforting flavors. | β |
| 8 | This soup also stores exceptionally well. If preparing ahead, follow the instructions until the cream step, then refrigerate or freeze the soup. Add the cream just before serving. | β |
Notes:
- This pumpkin soup can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.
- Adjust the sweetness and spice levels according to your taste preferences.
- Serve the soup with a garnish of freshly chopped herbs or a dollop of sour cream for added flavor.
- Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this delicious soup on chilly winter evenings or as a starter for your Thanksgiving feast!
Enjoy your flavorful journey with this super easy pumpkin soup recipe! ππ₯£
