Description
Indulge in the warmth of our creamy Pumpkin Soup, a delightful dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This easy recipe combines rich chicken broth with velvety pumpkin puree and savory Turkey Bacon, creating a comforting bowl that’s ideal for cozy dinners or quick lunches. With warm spices like nutmeg and thyme, each spoonful is a celebration of flavor that will impress your guests at festive gatherings or simply brighten up a chilly day. Plus, it’s packed with nutrients from fresh ingredients, making it both satisfying and healthy. Garnish with croutons, fresh herbs, or crispy turkey bacon to personalize your soup and elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices Turkey Bacon
- 1 medium onion
- 2½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Warm spices: nutmeg, thyme, bay leaf
Instructions
- Cook Turkey Bacon until crisp; reserve fat.
- Sauté diced onion in reserved fat until softened. Add shredded carrot and minced garlic; cook for 1 more minute.
- Stir in chicken broth, brown sugar, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Mix in pumpkin puree and cream; simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
- Blend soup until smooth; discard bay leaf and thyme stems.
- Serve garnished with parsley, croutons, and additional cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg