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Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup

A warm and comforting soup combining pumpkin and sweet potatoes, perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onions and cook for about 5 minutes until semi-translucent.
  2. Add garlic and ginger: Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate sweet potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes and stir to combine, cooking for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the broth: Add the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Once simmering, reduce the heat and cook for about 15 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Blend the soup: Turn off the heat and blend the mixture until smooth and creamy using an immersion blender.
  6. Add pumpkin and coconut milk: Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the pumpkin puree and coconut milk.
  7. Season it right: Add cinnamon, salt, and pepper to taste and let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
  8. Serve it up: Dish out the soup and consider garnishing with extra coconut milk or chopped herbs.

Notes

This soup is versatile; feel free to experiment with ingredients and spices to suit your taste.

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Keywords: pumpkin soup, sweet potato soup, fall recipe, vegan soup, cozy meals