Pumpkin and Potato Soup

Name: Pumpkin and Potato Soup
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Delica pumpkin (already cleaned) 28.2 oz; Potatoes 7 oz; White onions 1.75 oz; Vegetable broth 2 ½ cups; Thyme 3 sprigs; Butter 2 tbsp; Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Sandwich bread 2 slices; Garlic 1 clove; Thyme 2 sprigs; Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls

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Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low
Note + the preparation time for the broth

PRESENTATION

As the leaves start to turn and the air gets a chill, pumpkin and potato velouté becomes a go-to dish on Italian tables, especially in Northern and Central Italy. Seriously good stuff. This creamy pumpkin soup is loved for its silky texture and mellow flavor—which is just a perfect nod to the Italian tradition of using simple, fresh ingredients. And the combo of pumpkin and potatoes? It's a velvety experience that makes this pumpkin potato soup a favorite autumn starter. Pretty simple.

Usually topped with golden toasted croutons for that crunch, you can also serve it with rice or small pasta shapes—like, super comforting—turning it into a hearty pumpkin-based minestrone. Families sometimes add carrots, a hint of curry, or a splash of coconut milk for a unique twist. You know, however you serve it, this soup is pure comfort in a bowl, just perfect with those classic autumn recipes.

Throughout the regions where this easy pumpkin soup recipe comes from, simplicity and freshness are key. It's about using the best seasonal produce. Thing is, that's why this soup is a hit with everyone, from kids to grandparents. And look, the bright, inviting color and the sweet, earthy taste are really hard to resist, especially with moist croutons soaking up the soup.

During the fall, Italians often add shrimp for special dinners or dust it with parmesan cheese for that extra flavor. For real, even if you're not in Italy, making a batch of homemade pumpkin soup like this brings the cozy vibes of an Italian kitchen to your table. It is the kind of dish that has everyone reaching for seconds and makes any chilly evening feel more special. The smooth texture and rich flavors capture the essence of Italian cuisine, where each bite feels like a warm hug. Really, whether enjoyed as a starter or a main course, this soup is a celebration of autumn’s bounty and the comforting traditions of Italian cooking. Pretty much.

INGREDIENTS

Delica pumpkin 28.2 oz (800 g) - (already cleaned)

Potatoes 7 oz (200 g)

White onions 1.75 oz (50 g)

Vegetable broth 2 ½ cups (600 g)

Thyme 3 sprigs

Butter 2 tbsp (30 g)

Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls

Fine salt to taste

Black pepper to taste

For the croutons: Sandwich bread 2 slices; Garlic 1 clove; Thyme 2 sprigs; Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls

Preparation

How to prepare Pumpkin and Potato Soup

To prepare the pumpkin and potato soup, first, prepare the Vegetable broth and keep it warm. Clean the pumpkin and roughly cut the flesh into cubes 1, then do the same with the potatoes 2 and the onion. Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan with the thyme sprigs, then add the onion and sauté for a couple of minutes 3.

Add the pumpkin and potatoes, sauté for a minute 4, then cover with the hot broth 5. Lower the heat and simmer gently with the lid on for about 15-20 minutes. When the pumpkin and potatoes are soft, turn off the heat and let them cool slightly 6.

In the meantime, cut the sandwich bread into cubes to make the croutons 7. Heat the oil in a pan with the unpeeled garlic clove and thyme 8, then add the bread cubes 9.

Toast the croutons, turning them often, they should be crispy and golden 10. At this point, blend the pumpkin and potatoes in the pan with an immersion blender 11 until you get a smooth and homogeneous consistency 12; if necessary, you can dilute the cream with a little broth.

Turn the heat back on and add the butter, then stir to melt it 13. Finally, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg 14. Serve your pumpkin and potato soup garnished with croutons 15!