HEARTY PUMPKIN CHOWDER (OR BUTTERNUT SQUASH)

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Warm, filling and savory! This is a rich easy chunky homemade soup that really satisfies. I leave out the ham and use vegetable stock sometimes and it becomes a yummy vegetarian dish.

Provided by SaraFish

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup celery, chopped
4 cups pumpkin, peeled and cut in 1 inch chunks or 4 cups butternut squash, prepared the same way
2 tablespoons peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup diced peeled potato
1 1/2 cups lima beans, frozen
1 cup corn kernel
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 cup ham, chunks bite sized
4 cups milk
1/2 cup flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Saute onion, celery, pumpkin, ginger and garlic in butter 5 minutes over medium heat.
  • Stir in broth, potatoes, lima beans, corn and bell pepper.
  • Boil then cover and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add ham.
  • Whisk milk, flour, salt and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  • Stir milk mixture into pot and bring to boil.
  • Stir a few minutes until thickened.

Awais Zai
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This is the best pumpkin chowder I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the perfect comfort food on a cold day.


daniel pyle
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This chowder is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use either pumpkin or butternut squash - both are great.


Marc Leika
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This chowder is amazing! The pumpkin and butternut squash give it a really unique flavor. I also love the addition of the bacon - it adds a nice smoky flavor.


B Dog
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I've tried many pumpkin chowder recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the perfect comfort food on a cold day.


mwinyi maya
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This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use canned pumpkin or butternut squash - it makes it a great recipe for busy weeknights.


Saleem
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I love this chowder! It's so flavorful and hearty. I especially love the addition of the corn and potatoes.


live tv
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This is my go-to pumpkin chowder recipe. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Asim pathan
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use either pumpkin or butternut squash - both are great.


Saim Ahmad
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This chowder is delicious! The pumpkin and butternut squash give it a really unique flavor. I also love the addition of the bacon - it adds a nice smoky flavor.


GILBERT NASHON
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I made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavor of the pumpkin and butternut squash. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tomzzy Chase
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This pumpkin chowder is a fall staple in our house! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the perfect comfort food on a cold day. I love that it's easy to make too - just toss everything in the pot and let it simmer. Definitely a 5-star recipe!