Zesty Pumpkin Soup Recipe 🎃
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Zesty Pumpkin Soup! This recipe is a delightful blend of savory flavors with a hint of spice, perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings with loved ones. 🍲
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
- 1 cup half-and-half
Instructions:
- Melt Butter: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. 🍳
- Saute Onion and Garlic: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the melted butter. Saute until they become soft and translucent, releasing their flavorful aromas. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Spices: Stir in the curry powder, salt, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper. Allow the spices to toast in the pan for about a minute, enhancing their flavors.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. 😋
- Incorporate Pumpkin and Half-and-Half: Once the soup base has simmered to perfection, add the canned pumpkin and half-and-half. Stir well to combine, creating a creamy and luscious texture.
- Blend to Creamy Consistency: Carefully transfer the soup mixture into a blender. Puree until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps remaining. You can adjust the consistency by adding more broth or half-and-half if desired.
- Reheat and Serve: Return the blended soup to the saucepan and reheat gently over low heat. Once heated through, ladle the Zesty Pumpkin Soup into bowls, garnish as desired, and serve piping hot! 🥄
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 258.9
- Fat: 19.7g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 52.9mg
- Sodium: 972.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.4g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 3.9g
- Protein: 7.2g
Recipe Notes:
- Customize the Spice Level: Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your preference for heat. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for an extra layer of warmth and flavor.
- Creamy Texture: For an even silkier texture, you can strain the soup through a fine mesh sieve after blending to remove any remaining fibers.
- Garnish Ideas: Serve the Zesty Pumpkin Soup with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds, or a drizzle of olive oil for added richness and visual appeal.
- Make it Vegan: Substitute the butter with olive oil or vegan butter, and use vegetable broth and coconut milk instead of chicken broth and half-and-half for a vegan-friendly version of this soup.
