Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk or heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Pumpkin seeds and fresh sage leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender, blend, and then return it to the pot.
6. Stir in the unsweetened coconut milk or heavy cream to create a creamy consistency.
7. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
8. Serve your Creamy Pumpkin Soup hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds and fresh sage leaves for a festive touch if desired.

This velvety and flavorful pumpkin soup is a perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this nutritious seasonal favorite!