Smoked Pumpkin with White Beans Soup
This Smoked Pumpkin with White Beans soup is the ultimate comfort food with its creamy texture, subtle smokiness, and warm spices.
Equipment
- large pot or Dutch oven
- cutting board and chef's knife
- wooden spoon, spatula
- measuring cups and spoons
- blender or immersion blender
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium leek
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 ½ cups smoked pumpkin puree
- 1 15-ounce can white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern)
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth for a richer flavor
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or a couple of fresh thyme sprigs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the smoked pumpkin puree, allowing it to combine with the leeks and garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add half of the white beans and vegetable broth, followed by the smoked paprika, cumin, and thyme. Stir well and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow all the flavors to come together. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some beans whole for added texture. If you like it chunky, skip this step. Add tahini before blending.
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and top with a swirl of sour cream, a drizzle of olive oil, roasted pepitas, and fresh parsley or thyme.
Notes
Prep the leek properly - rinse them well before and after slicing. Soaking the slices in a bowl of water and then draining helps to remove any hidden grit.
Blend for a smooth texture - let the soup cool slightly before blending. Blend in batches if necessary.
Add texture with toppings - if you’re adding toppings like roasted pepitas, crispy bacon, or sour cream, aim for a variety in each bowl.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 954mgPotassium: 296mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15437IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 3mg
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