HARVEST PUMPKIN SOUP

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A drizzle of maple syrup is the crowning touch to this thick and creamy soup. You can also substitute 4 cups mashed butternut squash for the fresh pumpkin. -Lesley Pew, Lynn, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chopped shallots
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (29 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2 cups chopped peeled pears
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute shallots and celery in butter until tender. , Stir in the pumpkin, pears, broth, wine, water, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until pears are tender. Discard bay leaf. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan. Stir in syrup; heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

Bernice Parker
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Overall, I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either.


Muhdfaisal Khan
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The soup was too peppery. I would recommend using less pepper.


Bonisile Mbhele
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The soup was too salty. I would recommend using less salt.


Javed MR
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The soup was too watery. I would recommend cooking it for longer.


Candice Gray
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The soup was too thick. I would recommend adding more liquid.


Sk Jessun Boos Gaming Yt
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The soup was a little bland. I would recommend adding more spices.


Sundar magar
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This soup was a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar.


Mohamad Saleem
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


Timothy Gill
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. I always have some leftover after making pumpkin pie, and this soup is a great way to use it up.


marycynthia ngozi
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I topped the soup with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped chives. It was the perfect finishing touch.


UPPO&GAMING
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I didn't have any heavy cream on hand, so I used milk instead. The soup was still very good, but it wasn't as creamy.


Joe Serrano
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I added a little bit of cayenne pepper to the soup to give it a bit of a kick. It was delicious!


Ajmal Sk
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This soup is the perfect fall comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.


Mohammad Hammad
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was easy to make and didn't take too long.


Juanita Pollard
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This soup was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.