Vegetarian Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cumin, paprika, oregano, nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the vegetable broth and pumpkin puree and stir to combine.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Optional: add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
8. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
• Pumpkin is low in calories and fat, and is a good source of fiber.
• This soup is a great way to get your vegetables in for the day.