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Classic Pumpkin Soup
Traditional dish · French
A rich and velvety classic pumpkin soup, highlighting the natural sweetness of pumpkin with aromatic spices and a touch of cream.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin1 kg
- Onion1 medium
- Garlic2 cloves
- Vegetable broth1 liter
- Heavy cream100 ml
- Butter2 tbsp
- Nutmeg1/4 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Peel, seed, and chop the pumpkin into cubes.
- 2
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- 3
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- 5
Add pumpkin cubes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pumpkin is tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- 6
Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth.
- 7
Return the soup to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and nutmeg. Heat gently without boiling.
- 8
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, optionally garnished with a swirl of cream or toasted pumpkin seeds.
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