Stovetop Pumpkin Soup with Toasted Sage

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A velvety pumpkin soup enhanced by the earthy aroma of toasted sage, embodying a perfect balance of autumnal flavors. This American-inspired Fourth of July recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes. Add 10 fresh sage leaves and toast them for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and crisp. Remove sage leaves and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and soft.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 3 cups pumpkin puree and 3 cups vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  4. Step 4: Season the soup with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then let it simmer for 15 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream until well incorporated and the soup is creamy.
  6. Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with the reserved toasted sage leaves for a crunchy texture and herbal aroma.

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