Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
• 4 cups vegetable stock or chicken stock
• 1 cup cream or coconut milk
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Roasted pumpkin seeds, for garnish
• Fresh herbs (like parsley or chives), for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
2. Add the pumpkin puree and stock. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
3. Let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes to blend the flavors together.
4. Puree the soup using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender until smooth.
5. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the cream or coconut milk. Heat through, but do not let it boil.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot, garnished with roasted pumpkin seeds and freshly chopped herbs.

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