Pumpkin Sausage Soup
A heartwarming Pumpkin Sausage Soup that combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with savory Italian sausage, perfect for cozy autumn days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Italian Sausage
- Pumpkin Puree
- Fresh Sage
- Broth (chicken or vegetable)
- Onion
- Garlic
- Heavy Cream (or coconut milk)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics by heating olive oil in a pot and adding chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook until onions are soft, about 3-5 minutes.
- Brown the sausage by adding it to the pot and breaking it up as it cooks for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Add pumpkin puree and broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Infuse with sage and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Finishing touches: stir in heavy cream (or coconut milk) and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh sage or olive oil.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes. For a vegetarian option, substitute sausage with sautéed mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pumpkin soup, sausage soup, autumn recipe, comfort food