Pumpkin and Apple Soup: A Seasonal Delight

For autumn, nothing beats a hot bowl of soup made with apples and pumpkin. There is a rich flavor of apples and the sweetness of pumpkin in this creamy soup. Whether you eat this soup for lunch or dinner, it will make you feel full. Try a little pinch of organic herbs and spices from a leading herbal store for more flavors. This soup is perfect for autumn and goes well with crusty bread or a light salad.

Ingredients:

• One pumpkin of medium size

• Chop, core, and peel two large apples.

• One large onion, diced

• two minced garlic cloves

• two tablespoons of olive oil

• Four cups of vegetable broth (ideally organic)

• One-fourth cup of pure maple syrup (to add sweetness)

• One teaspoon of finely ground cinnamon

• Half a teaspoon of ginger powder

• Half a teaspoon of ground nutmeg

• One-fourth teaspoon of ground cloves

• Add salt and black pepper as required.

• Add half a cup of coconut milk for creaminess

• Garnish with optional pumpkin seeds.

• Use parsley or fresh sage leaves for garnishing.

Instructions:

Cut the pumpkins in half and remove the seeds: Spread the halves on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes or until soft, at 400°F (200°C). After cooking, set the pumpkin aside. You can skip this step if you're using organic canned pumpkin puree

Saute the spices: Spices should be sauteed by heating two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over low to medium heat. Then, saute the chopped onions for about five minutes.  Add some garlic and cook for another few minutes.

Cook the apples: Add the chopped apples in a pot and cook it for fifteen minutes. Keep it aside.

Blend the ingredients: Mix the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth. Add some spices, such as cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. Leave the mixture to continue to cook for fifteen minutes.

Blend the soup: Use a blender to blend the soup. Add some coconut milk for creaminess.

Add flavor and sweetener: Add the pure maple syrup to sweeten the soup. Add salt and black pepper as required.

Present the soup: Divide the soup into separate bowls and serve with pumpkin seeds and fresh parsley leaves.

Conclusion:

This rich, creamy soup of pumpkin and apple is an ideal fall meal that combines the bright and acidic tones of apples with the earthy richness of pumpkin. It's perfect for cold days, with warming spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger, and add pure maple syrup for sweetness. Get your ingredients from the best herbal store. Enjoy your warm soup on a chilly evening.