Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized pumpkin, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
• Pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the chopped onion and garlic and cook until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add in the cubed pumpkin and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the pumpkin is soft and easily mashed with a fork.
4. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the soup until smooth.
5. Return the soup to the pot and add in the ground cumin, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
6. If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a creamier soup. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot and garnish with pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs, if desired. Enjoy!