Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this creamy Pumpkin Soup, a perfect dish for cozy family dinners or holiday gatherings. This recipe highlights the rich flavors of pumpkin blended with savory chicken broth and a hint of turkey bacon, creating a delightful harmony of taste and texture. Enhanced with warm spices, this soup is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this pumpkin soup will surely impress your guests while providing a comforting dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices turkey bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons turkey bacon grease or butter
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- ½ cup shredded carrot
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a soup pot over medium-high heat, cook the turkey bacon until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving some fat in the pot.
- Reduce heat to medium; add onion and sauté until softened. Stir in carrot and garlic for another minute.
- Add chicken broth, brown sugar, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Mix in pumpkin puree and cream; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Discard bay leaf and thyme stems. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in parsley before serving; garnish with cream, croutons, and remaining parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg