A deliciously savory cream
of pumpkin soup with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Old-Fashioned
Pumpkin Soup
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups chicken broth
1 (16-ounce) can pumpkin
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup half-and-half
- Saute chopped onion in butter until soft.
Stir in chicken broth and canned pumpkin; heat through.
- Puree in a blender or food processor until
smooth. Add sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and white pepper.
Process again.
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and
slowly stir in half-and-half, stirring well. Heat through.
Makes 8 servings.
