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Pumpkin Pear Soup

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A silky, flavorful soup that combines pumpkin and pear with warming spices, finished with cream and topped with grilled cheese croutons.

 

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 small pear, peeled and diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin purée
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Flaky sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • 2 slices cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add carrots and pear, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
  3. Stir in pumpkin, thyme, salt, pepper, and all spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
  4. Add broth, bring to a simmer, and cook covered for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in maple syrup, then blend until completely smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
  6. Add cream and keep warm on low heat.
  7. For croutons, butter bread slices, add cheese between them, and cook in a skillet until golden and cheese is melted.
  8. Cut grilled cheese into cubes, ladle soup into bowls, top with croutons, and finish with flaky sea salt if desired.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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Keywords: pumpkin pear soup, fall soup, grilled cheese croutons, creamy soup, comfort food, autumn recipe

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