Pumpkin and Sausage Soup

Experience cozy comfort in every spoonful with this hearty Pumpkin and Sausage Soup, a perfect blend of savory and subtly sweet flavors. This easy-to-make recipe features rich Italian sausage browned to perfection, creamy pure pumpkin puree, and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all simmered together in a velvety chicken stock base. Heavy cream adds a luscious touch, while fresh parsley completes the dish with a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this fall-inspired soup is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping, and let the comforting aroma of this flavorful soup fill your home!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 15 ounces pure pumpkin puree
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground Italian sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

Step 3

Remove the cooked sausage from the pot and set it aside, leaving behind any rendered fat.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 6

Stir in the pumpkin puree, chicken stock, dried thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and heat for an additional 2–3 minutes, but do not let the soup boil.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Remove the soup from the heat and ladle into bowls.

Step 12

Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2702.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2968.7

Total Fat 239.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 647.3mg	0%
Sodium 6352.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 127.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 371.1mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 2466.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.8%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 8.7%