Pumpkin soup

Here's a delicious and simple pumpkin soup recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 kg (2 lbs) pumpkin, peeled and diced (butternut squash or any sweet pumpkin variety)
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional garnish: toasted pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of cream or coconut milk, fresh parsley, or croutons

Instructions:

1. Sauté onions and garlic: Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

2. Cook the pumpkin: Add the diced pumpkin, cumin, and cinnamon to the pot, stirring to coat the pumpkin in the spices. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Add broth: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.

4. Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches, but be careful with the hot liquid.

5. Stir in the cream: Return the blended soup to low heat, then stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream. Let it simmer for a few minutes to heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of cream or coconut milk, and fresh parsley or croutons if desired.

Enjoy your creamy and comforting pumpkin soup, perfect for fall or any time you need a cozy meal!