Creamy Tomato Pumpkin Soup with Fresh Herbs

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large red onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Estimated time: PT2M
2 minutes

2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced red onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Estimated time: PT6M
6 minutes

3. Add Spices and Tomato Paste: Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the paste to caramelize slightly.
Estimated time: PT2M
2 minutes

4. Incorporate Liquid Ingredients: Pour in the vegetable broth and crush the whole peeled tomatoes into the pot using your hands or a wooden spoon. Add the pumpkin purée and stir well.
Estimated time: PT3M
3 minutes

5. Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Estimated time: PT20M
20 minutes

6. Blend for Creaminess: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer batches to a countertop blender.
Safety Note: Use caution when blending hot liquids.
Estimated time: PT5M
5 minutes

7. Finish with Cream and Season: Return the soup to the pot (if using a countertop blender) and stir in the heavy cream. Adjust seasoning with black pepper and additional salt if needed. Warm through for 5 minutes.
Estimated time: PT5M
5 minutes

8. Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.
Estimated time: PT5M
5 minutes

Total Time

PT48M
48 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Tomato Pumpkin Soup, Creamy Soup Recipe, Vegetarian Lunch, Fresh Herbs Dish, Stove-Top Soup, Fall Soup Recipe, Pumpkin Purée Soup, Homemade Soup, Easy Lunch Idea, Comfort Food

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 850 calories

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