Turkey Pumpkin Soup
Acres and Aprons
A warm and comforting meal that is quick to throw together, and full of fall flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
1 Dutch Oven
1 Cutting board
1 Set of knives
1 Veggie chopper
- 2 cups finely chopped onions
- 2-3 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2-3 stalks of celery, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of green chiles (or 2-3 fresh green chiles, diced)
- ½ cup avocado oil
- 6 cups homemade chicken or turkey stock
- 1 can of pumpkin puree (or 2 cups fresh pumpkin puree)
- 3 cups cooked turkey, diced (or chicken)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 can coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for garnish
In a heavy bottom stock pot, heat ½ cup avocado oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, minced garlic, diced carrots & celery, and can of green chilis. Cook until onions begin to look translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Add broth, pumpkin, and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add coconut milk and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, add cooked turkey (or chicken) Do not boil. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Add ½ tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper, if desired.
Transfer hot soup to a pumpkin tureen (if using.) Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Ideas for serving:
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- Warm sourdough or artisan bread — Ideal for dipping.
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- Garlic butter rolls — Buttery, comforting, and crowd-pleasing.
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- Autumn harvest salad — Think greens with apples, cranberries, and toasted nuts.
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- Roasted Brussels sprouts or root vegetables — Adds texture and seasonal flavor.
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- Warm quinoa or rice pilaf — A great option for a more filling meal.
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- Simple grilled cheese — Cozy and indulgent.