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creamy potato and pumpkin soup
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creamy potato and pumpkin soup

Warm, velvety, and nourishing — this creamy potato and pumpkin soup is the perfect blend of hearty potatoes and naturally sweet pumpkin. A cozy bowl of comfort ideal for chilly days, quick dinners, or make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups diced potatoes Yukon gold or russet
  • 2 cups diced pumpkin fresh or canned puree — see Notes
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup heavy cream or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • Optional: pinch of nutmeg or cayenne for added depth
  • Fresh parsley or pumpkin seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Aromatics
  2. In a large soup pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
  3. Add Veggies and Broth
  4. Add diced potatoes and pumpkin to the pot. Pour in the broth, then stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  5. Simmer Until Tender
  6. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes and pumpkin are fork-tender.
  7. Blend Until Creamy
  8. Use an immersion blender directly in the pot, or transfer soup in batches to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  9. Add Cream and Finish
  10. Return soup to low heat. Stir in the cream or coconut milk, and adjust seasoning. Heat gently for 2–3 more minutes — don’t boil.
  11. Serve
  12. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley, pumpkin seeds, or a swirl of cream. Serve with crusty bread or a grilled sandwich.

Notes

  • Pumpkin Options: Use fresh peeled pumpkin or substitute with 1 cup canned pumpkin puree.
  • Make it Vegan: Use olive oil and coconut milk, and veggie broth.
  • Storage: Soup keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Texture Tip: For a chunkier soup, blend only half the mixture and stir the rest back in.