Amazing Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the paprika, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
3. Add the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can blend the soup in batches in a regular blender.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
6. Serve the soup hot, with your favorite toppings.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a great source of fiber, vitamin A, and potassium.
• Pumpkin soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.
• This soup is delicious topped with croutons, toasted pumpkin seeds, a dollop of sour cream, or a sprinkle of shredded cheese.