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Find Comfort with this Creamy Pumpkin Soup

November 6, 2024

As we adjust to the outcomes of yesterday’s tense election and embrace the shorter days of fall, there’s nothing more comforting than nourishing your body with a warm bowl of pumpkin soup! This creamy and delicious soup is tasty and packed with nutrients. Here’s how to make it:


Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or fresh ginger)
  • 4 cups pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup coconut milk (or heavy cream for a richer soup)
  • Optional toppings: roasted pumpkin seeds, a swirl of cream, or fresh herbs

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  2. Add Pumpkin and Spices: Stir in the pumpkin puree, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes to enhance the flavors.
  3. Pour in the Broth: Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
  4. Blend Until Smooth: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer to a blender in batches.
  5. Add Coconut Milk: Stir in the coconut milk and heat through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with roasted pumpkin seeds, a swirl of cream, or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutritional Benefits:
Pumpkin is rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants, making this soup a perfect choice to nourish your body as we head into winter.

In these times of change and uncertainty, let’s prioritize nourishing ourselves.

Stay warm and healthy this season! 🍲💛

#WellnessWednesday