This creamy filling soup could not be easier to make. Only 5 ingredients are required! It's pureed at the end making a thick consistency without the addition of any cream. Could be made vegan by using vegetable stock.
2cupsroasted Pumpkin(click here for directions on roasting a pumpkin; stop after roasting to cut pumpkin into chunks and do not puree)
5cupslow sodium Chicken Broth
Kosher Salt(gluten-free Tamari sauce or Soy Sauce, gluten, also may be used) and Black Pepper to taste
Suggested garnish: Diced , sautéed pancetta and sage leaves, sautéed pancetta and sage leaves
Instructions
Warm olive oil in a large pan or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sage; sauté until onions are translucent and beginning to brown (about 4 minutes).
Add cannellini beans and pumpkin chunks and stir to combine. Continue to cook for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
Let cool slightly and either pour into a blender or use an immersion blender and puree to a smooth consistency.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. If preferred, substitute salt for Tamari sauce (gluten-free) or Soy Sauce (gluten).