Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 tbsp

Unsalted butter

divided

1 cup

Pumpkin seed kernels (pepitas)

0.25 cup

Granulated sugar

0.25 tsp

Smoked paprika

0.25 tsp

Cayenne pepper

1 tbsp

Kosher salt

divided

1 unit

Yellow onion

chopped

2 unit

Garlic cloves

chopped

0.33 cup

All-purpose flour

6 cup

Lower-sodium chicken broth

2 unit

Pumpkin

canned

1 unit

Chipotle chile in adobo sauce

1 tbsp

Adobo sauce

2 tsp

Ground cumin

1.5 tbsp

Champagne vinegar

1 unit

Mexican crema

1 unit

Fresh chopped cilantro

Step 1
~3 min

Program a 6-quart electric pressure cooker to saute on normal heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add 2 tablespoons of butter, and heat until melted, about 1 minute.

Step 3
~3 min

Add pepitas, sugar, paprika, cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook, stirring often, until sugar has melted and pepitas are coated, 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Transfer pepitas mixture into a single layer on parchment paper; cool completely, about 15 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Break mixture into pieces.

Step 7
~3 min

Wipe cooker clean.

Step 8
~3 min

Add onion, garlic, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter to cooker; saute on normal heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Add flour, and cook, stirring often, about 2 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Whisk in chicken broth, pumpkin, chipotle chile, adobo sauce, cumin, and remaining 2 1/2 teaspoons salt.

Step 11
~3 min

Close and lock lid of cooker; turn pressure release valve to sealing position.

Step 12
~3 min

Program cooker to cook on manual on high pressure for 10 minutes.

Step 13
~3 min

Turn pressure release valve to venting position to quickly release pressure (steam) from cooker until float valve drops.

Step 14
~3 min

Carefully remove lid.

Step 15
~3 min

Using an immersion blender, blend soup until smooth, about 30 seconds.

Step 16
~3 min

Stir in vinegar.

Step 17
~3 min

Ladle soup into bowls, and garnish with Mexican crema, cilantro, and candied pepitas.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chipotle chile to your spice preference.

For a smoother soup, strain after blending.

Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil for added richness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwiches.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled cheese sandwich
Crusty bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Popular autumn dish in the US.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Fall
Thanksgiving
Halloween
Autumn

Popularity Score

70/100

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