Savory Keto Pumpkin and Bacon Soup

Indulge in the creamy richness of this Savory Keto Pumpkin and Bacon Soup, a perfect blend of autumnal flavors and smoky bacon that will warm you up while keeping your keto goals on track.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword Bacon Pumpkin Soup, Keto Pumpkin Soup, keto soup, Low-Carb Pumpkin Soup, Savory Pumpkin Soup

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings people

Calories 280kcal

Equipment

Large pot
Immersion blender or blender
Measuring cups and spoons
Cutting board and knife

Ingredients

2 tbsp unsalted butter 28g
1 medium onion, diced about 150g
4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 120g
2 cloves garlic, minced about 6g
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves 1g
½ tsp ground nutmeg 1g
¼ tsp cayenne pepper 0.5g
15 ounces canned pumpkin puree 425g
3 cups chicken broth 720ml
1 cup heavy cream 240ml
Salt and pepper, to taste
Pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped bacon, cooking until the onion is translucent and the bacon is crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the pumpkin puree and chicken broth. Stir to combine, ensuring the pumpkin is fully incorporated into the liquid.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
After simmering, carefully blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can transfer the mixture to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.
Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook on low heat for another 5 minutes. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds if desired.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with coconut oil and the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.

If you prefer a thinner soup, feel free to add more chicken broth until you reach your desired consistency.

The bacon can be cooked separately and added as a garnish if you prefer a crunchy texture.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.

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