FRESH PUMPKIN SOUP

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This appealing soup harvests the fall flavors of just-picked pumpkins and tart apples and is sure to warm you up on a crisp autumn day. I top the creamy puree with a sprinkling of toasted pumpkin seeds. -Jane Shapton, Irvine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h50m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups chopped fresh pumpkin (about 3 pounds)
4 cups chicken broth
3 small tart apples, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS:
1/2 cup fresh pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon canola oil
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until pumpkin and apples are tender. , Meanwhile, toss pumpkin seeds with oil and salt. Spread onto an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 250° for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside., Cool soup slightly; process in batches in a blender. Transfer to a large saucepan; heat through. Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Sham Arif
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This soup was a bit too thick for my liking. I would recommend adding more liquid.


Vernon Rose
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I found this soup to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices.


Meen Gaha
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This soup is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar.


Gifty Appoh
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. It's very creamy and flavorful.


Aleem Ali
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. It's also a very budget-friendly recipe.


Sujon Sk
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit with my family. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing!


Phyo Thi Ha
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the pumpkin flavor is delicious.


Akshaar Kesopershad
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I made this soup for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


Ismail Nazier
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This pumpkin soup is so good! It's creamy, flavorful, and the perfect fall soup. I love that it's made with fresh pumpkin, which gives it a really rich flavor.


Md. Shakil Majumder
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This soup was delicious! I loved the combination of pumpkin and spices. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold fall day. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Nwachukwu Benita
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the perfect consistency. I also liked that it was a good way to use up leftover pumpkin. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Md Nafia Talokdar
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This soup is amazing! I've made it twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the ingredients are all very affordable. I love that I can use fresh pumpkin from my garden. This soup is definitely a keeper!


Srabonto Saha rudro
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the pumpkin. I also liked that it was a relatively healthy dish, since it's made with fresh vegetables and low-fat milk. I will


Khusi Budathoki
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This pumpkin soup is absolutely delicious! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the perfect comfort food for a cold day. I love that it's made with fresh pumpkin, which gives it a really rich flavor. I also appreciate that the recipe is easy to follow a