Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes: Pumpkin Soup – Black Foodie Finder

A Creamy Southern Pumpkin Soup Full of Warm Fall Flavors

Pumpkin Soup is a comforting Southern favorite that blends tender pumpkin with onions, garlic, warm spices, and a rich, creamy finish. Balanced with a touch of hot sauce and allspice, this hearty soup offers a wonderful combination of sweet and savory flavors that’s perfect for cool autumn evenings or holiday meals.

Featured in Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes by Ethel Rayson Dixon, this recipe celebrates simple Southern ingredients transformed into a smooth, flavorful soup that’s both comforting and elegant.

Ingredients

• 3 cups pumpkin (chopped)
• 2-1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1-1/2 Tablespoons butter
• 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 3/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
3. Stir in the chopped pumpkin, water, chicken stock, hot sauce, pepper, allspice, and sugar.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
5. Cover and simmer for 30–40 minutes, or until the pumpkin is very tender.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and blend or mash the soup until smooth.
7. Return the soup to low heat and stir in the milk and cream.
8. Add salt to taste and continue heating gently until thoroughly warmed. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the dairy.
9. Sprinkle with nutmeg just before serving.

Serves: 4

Closing Summary / Pro Tips

• A smooth, creamy pumpkin soup with warm Southern flavors.
• Onion, garlic, and allspice create a rich, savory base with subtle sweetness.
• Blend thoroughly for the creamiest texture.
• Serve with warm cornbread, buttered rolls, or a grilled cheese sandwich for a satisfying meal.

About the Creator

Ethel Rayson Dixon, a Louisiana native, shares recipes inspired by generations of Southern home cooking. Her cookbook highlights comforting dishes rooted in Black culinary traditions and celebrates the warmth of homemade meals prepared with simple ingredients and care.

Ethel Rayson Dixon | Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes

Where to Find This Recipe

This recipe is adapted from Big Mama’s Old Black Pot Recipes by Ethel Rayson Dixon.
Find more amazing recipes like this in the book, available through local booksellers and online retailers.