Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the oregano, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth and stir to combine.
5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before pureeing with an immersion blender.
8. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a type of winter squash that is native to North America.
• Pumpkin is a good source of vitamins A, C, and E, as well as iron, magnesium, and potassium.
• The bright orange color of pumpkin is due to its high level of beta-carotene.
• Pumpkin puree can be used to make sauces, soups, pies, and other desserts.