Best 6 Creamy Southwestern Pumpkin Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our Creamy Southwestern Pumpkin Soup, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable soup is a harmonious blend of roasted pumpkin, aromatic spices, and a touch of heat from roasted poblano peppers, all simmered in a creamy broth. Accompany this delightful soup with a zesty Avocado Salsa, a refreshing Cucumber Salad, or a crunchy Roasted Butternut Squash with Feta and Herbs. For a sweet finish, treat yourself to Pumpkin Pie Bars with a flaky crust and a creamy pumpkin filling, or dive into the decadent Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, packed with rich chocolate and warm pumpkin spices. Each recipe offers a unique twist on pumpkin, promising an unforgettable dining experience.

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CREAM OF PUMPKIN SOUP



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A creamy pumpkin soup for autumn. This soup is smooth and flavorful, and the addition of ginger lends a sweet and spicy flavor to a traditional seasonal dish. The cinnamon croutons are lovely and make the soup reminiscent of pumpkin pie.

Provided by Thomas

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Pumpkin Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 slices whole wheat bread
1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). To make the croutons, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spread butter mixture evenly over one side of each bread slice. Place bread, buttered side up, on a baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until bread is crisp and topping is bubbly. Cut each slice of bread into 8 small triangles or squares.
  • Saute onion in butter in a medium saucepan until tender. Add 1 can chicken broth; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Transfer broth mixture into the container of a blender or processor. Process until smooth.
  • Return mixture to saucepan. Add remaining can of broth, pumpkin, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground pepper; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in whipping cream and heat through. Do not boil. Ladle into individual soup bowls. Top each serving with Cinnamon Croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1313 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

CREAMY SOUTHWESTERN PUMPKIN SOUP



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The jalapeno adds a lttle zip but is not overwhelming. I served it at a luncheon I catered and the group raved about the flavor. They asked for the recipe and I believe that is always a sign of success.

Provided by Laurie Richmond

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Tbsp butter
1 large onion chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 c chicken broth
1 large baking potato, peeled and chopped
1 1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 15-oz can pumpkin
1/4 c chopped fresh cilantro
2 c milk
sour cream for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, jalapeno and garlic; saute 15 minutes. Add chicken broth and next 4 ingredients; cook, stirring often, 30 minutes or until potato is tender. Remove from heat,and let cool slightly (about 5-10 minutes)
  • 2. Process potato mixture, pumpkin and cilantro, in batches, in a food processor or blender until smooth.
  • 3. Return to Dutch oven; stir in milk and simmer 10 minutes or until fully heated. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and cilantro if desired.

SOUTHWESTERN PUMPKIN SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Appetizer     Cheddar     Spice     Pumpkin     Fall     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 (first-course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin
3 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock and whipping cream to boil in heavy medium pot. Whisk in canned pumpkin, brown sugar, cumin, chili powder, coriander and nutmeg. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until soup thickens slightly and flavors blend, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Soup can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cool. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium-low heat, whisking occasionally.) Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with cheddar cheese and cilantro and serve.

SPICY PUMPKIN SOUP RECIPE



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This Spicy Pumpkin Soup recipe is satisfying and healthy, bold and rich with southwest flavor. Made silky smooth without cream, my vegan and gluten free pumpkin soup is a comfort to the soul.

Provided by Sommer Collier

Categories     dinner     Main     Main Course     Soup

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon oil
1 large onion, (peeled and chopped)
5 cloves garlic, (peeled and chopped)
1 jalapeno, (seeded and chopped)
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
8 cups vegetable stock
29 ounces pure pumpkin puree
15 ounces white beans, (drained)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup pepitas
1 cup french fried onions
Cayenne
Salt

Steps:

  • Place a large sauce pot over medium-high heat. Add the oil, onion, garlic and jalapenos. Saute for 3-5 minutes until soft. Stir in the cumin, oregano and salt. Saute another 2 minutes.
  • Add the stock, pumpkin puree and beans to the pot. Simmer for 20 minutes, uncovered. Then add the vinegar and honey and simmer another 3-5 minutes.
  • Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. *You can also use a regular blender, but be careful! Open the vent in the lid and place a towel over it to protect from hot splashing liquid.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spread the pepitas and onions out on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with a dash or two of cayenne pepper and a little salt. Toast for 3-4 minutes.
  • Serve the soup warm, sprinkled with toasted pepitas and onions.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 234 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1447 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 11 g

SOUTHWESTERN PUMPKIN SOUP



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A request recipe from the Watermark Restaurant in Cleveland, printed in the October 2000 issue of Bon Appetit, this is an easy, elegant soup. The cilantro on top makes it! Can be made a day ahead.

Provided by rochsann

Categories     Low Protein

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 1/2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup packed grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring broth and whipping cream to boil in heavy medium pot.
  • Whisk in canned pumpkin, brown sugar, cumin, chili powder, coriander, and nutmeg.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer until soup thickens slightly and flavors blend, about 15 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish servings with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.1, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 18.6, Cholesterol 103.8, Sodium 217.3, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 11.3

CREAMY PUMPKIN SOUP



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This recipe turns canned pumpkin purée into a sublimely creamy, aromatic soup that makes for an elegant first course or a satisfying lunch on a cold day. While the combination of pumpkin and fall spices can easily veer in the direction of dessert, the addition of fresh rosemary, garlic, caramelized onions and curry powder plants this soup firmly in the savory camp. Finally, to make this recipe vegan, substitute olive oil for the butter, full-fat coconut milk for the heavy cream, and vegetable broth for the chicken broth. If time and availability allow, consider roasting your own sugar pumpkin for this recipe: The soup will have a deeper, more complex flavor (see Tip).

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, vegetables, main course

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh rosemary (or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup fresh apple cider (or 3/4 cup apple juice)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more as needed
2 (15-ounce) cans pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling), or 3 cups homemade pumpkin purée (see Tip)
1 teaspoon mild curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus more for serving
Pinch of ground cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus more as needed
1/3 cup heavy cream, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 fresh sage leaves

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and rosemary and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly caramelized, about 15 to 20 minutes. If the onions begin browning too quickly, turn the heat to low.
  • Add the maple syrup and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have darkened in color, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the cider and cook, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan, until the liquid is reduced by about half.
  • Add the broth, pumpkin purée, curry powder, nutmeg, cloves, salt and pepper, stir to combine, and bring to a boil. Turn the heat to medium-low and cook at a full simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pot to prevent scorching.
  • Working in batches, purée the soup in a blender or food processor and return to the pot (or use an immersion blender). Bring back to a simmer over medium heat, then turn off the heat and stir in the cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste and add more broth if the soup is too thick.
  • To make the optional fried sage topping, melt the butter in a small or medium skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the sage leaves and fry until just crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or a fork, transfer the sage leaves to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the butter left behind in the pan.
  • To serve, spoon the soup into individual bowls. Top each serving with 2 fried sage leaves and a drizzle of the reserved butter (if using), or a swirl of cream and pinch of nutmeg. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender or blend the soup in batches in a regular blender.
  • If you don't have any heavy cream on hand, you can substitute milk or even yogurt.
  • To make the soup spicier, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • For a vegetarian version of the soup, omit the chicken broth and use vegetable broth instead.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This creamy southwestern pumpkin soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a chilly fall or winter day. The combination of pumpkin, spices, and cream creates a rich and flavorful soup that is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Serve it with a side of cornbread or a grilled cheese sandwich for a complete meal.

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