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Pumpkin-Apple Soup

A cozy and velvety soup that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with the fresh bite of apple, spiced with cumin and cinnamon for a comforting fall dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped Substitute another carrot or a small parsnip if celery is unavailable.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Liquids
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Bloom the spices in hot oil.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Bloom the spices in hot oil.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups pumpkin puree Use canned or homemade.
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
  • 1 to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to preference.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cream For a richer flavor, optional.
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Cooking
  1. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth, 2 cups of pumpkin puree, and the peeled, diced apple. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for roughly 20 minutes, until the apple and vegetables are tender.
  3. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth, or blend in batches in a countertop blender.
  4. For a richer finish, stir in 1/2 cup cream and warm through for a couple of minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8g

Notes

Serve hot with chopped parsley, chives, or a drizzle of olive oil. Pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and crusty bread for dipping. Can be made ahead and refrigerated.

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