PUMPKIN-CHESTNUT SOUP

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Whole peeled chestnuts add structure to this pumpkin soup, texture that's important if the squash is too watery.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
8 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken or vegetable stock, plus more if needed
4 pounds roasted flesh of dry, starchy pumpkin or squash, such as 'Hubbard' or 'Buttercup,' cut into 1-inch cubes
6 large waxy potatoes, such as Yukon gold (about 3 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 jar (15 ounces) whole peeled chestnuts
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Up to 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
Roasted, dried no-hull seeds from pumpkins such as 'Lady Godiva,' for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onions; cook, stirring, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the stock, pumpkin, potatoes, and chestnuts; simmer over medium heat until vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • In batches, process mixture in a food processor until smooth (if soup is too thick, gradually add more stock). Season with salt and pepper. Just before serving, stir in cream to taste, and garnish with pumpkin seeds, if desired.

Sabastian Mutuku
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Miku21
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This soup is a must-try for pumpkin lovers!


Kelsie Cull
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This soup is so delicious and comforting.


Michelle Ugmares
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I love the creamy texture of this soup.


Rupesh Gupta
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This soup is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Shani Boy
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Anthony Whthd
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I made this soup for my vegan friends and they loved it!


Bash Marvin
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This soup is so rich and flavorful. I can't believe it's vegan!


Brandon Frye
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I love that this soup is dairy-free. It's a great option for people who are lactose intolerant or vegan.


Marie-Lou Paquette
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables.


Alisha Sunar
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I've never had pumpkin and chestnut soup before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's amazing!


yonatan kelemework
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting and it fills you up.


Kaweesha Sewwandhi
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I love the combination of pumpkin and chestnut in this soup. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


anime lover465
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Norbert Goodheim
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I made this soup for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Vera Ekor
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This soup is delicious! The pumpkin and chestnut flavors are a perfect combination.


Tracey Michael's
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Rasel Mattvor
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This soup is perfect for a fall day. It's warm and comforting and the flavors are just right.


HR SAHKAR
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ismat Khan
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my family and they loved it. The flavors are perfect and it's so creamy and rich.