Pumpkin Soup

Submitted by Geniale Genie

"This is our (not so secret) family recipe, I've never tasted any better."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 8-12

ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup oil
• 1 onion, minced
• 2 small leeks, minced
• 2 celery ribs, diced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 4 -5 cups pumpkin, diced
• 1⁄2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 7 cups vegetable broth or 7 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 cup milk
• salt & pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter
• crouton
• cheese, diced

directions

1. Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat; "melt" onion and leeks along with the celery.
2. Add potatoes and pumpkin, stirring for 3-4 minutes.
3. Add broth, parsley, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer on low heat 25-30 minutes.
5. Add milk.
6. Purée in blender; check seasoning.
7. Return soup to stockpot to keep warm while preparing buttered croutons.
8. Garnish soup with cheese and croutons if desired.
9. Serve immediately.