Pumpkin puree, apples, onions, and warm, earthy spices are blended together to create a pot of creamy, delicious pumpkin love! This one is made with pumpkin puree, so you can enjoy it any time of year - not just fall.
Yield: 4servings
Ingredients
2tablespoonsbuttercan substitute olive oil
1/2medium oniondiced (about 1 cup)
1cupchopped celeryabout 3-4 stalks
1/2large tart applelike Granny Smith, peeled and chopped (about 3/4 cup)
Place a large pot over medium heat. Add the butter or oil. When melted (or hot), add the onion, celery, and apple. Saute at medium heat until onion is translucent and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
Add the curry powder and cook, stirring frequently, for another couple of minutes.
Enjoy how yummy your kitchen is smelling.
Add one cup of the vegetable broth. Remove from heat and let cool a bit until it's safe to handle. Puree until smooth by using either an immersion blender right in the pot or a blender. Add pumpkin and blend again until smooth. Return to the pot.
Add the remaining broth, salt, pepper, and the bay leaf.
Return to medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the soup returns to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the honey (or pure maple syrup) and the heavy cream (or coconut milk). Bring back to a simmer and cook for another couple of minutes, stirring frequently.
Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve.