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Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Crispy Seeds

Silky roasted pumpkin soup that comes together in 15 minutes with canned pumpkin, cream, and a hint of sage. Topped with toasted pumpkin seeds for a satisfying crunch.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
245
Protein
6g
Creamy Pumpkin Soup with Crispy Seeds
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toast pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

  2. Step 2

    Mince shallot. Heat 1 tbsp butter in the same skillet over medium, add shallot, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in broth and pumpkin puree, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in cream and tear in sage leaves. Simmer 2 more minutes until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Blend soup until silky using an immersion blender, or carefully transfer to a blender and pulse until smooth.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls and top with toasted pumpkin seeds. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet or pot (12-inch)
  • immersion blender or stand blender
  • ladle
  • wooden spoon

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