Sopa De Calabaza Y Manzana - Pumpkin & Apple Soup

This would be wonderful with a loaf of warm bread and a green salad. This was made in our house when we lived in Cuba - oh so long ago. Updated 04/07/2007 - add chiles to the soup(optional).

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6

Ingredients

• 3  lbs pumpkin, peeled, seeded & cubed
• 4  green apples, peeled & coarsely chopped
• 1  medium yellow onion, diced
• 2  sweet peppers, seeded
• 6  cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 tablespoon salt
• 1⁄2 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
•  cilantro (to garnish)

Directions

1. Combine all of the ingredients except for cilantro and nutmeg in a large pot and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
2. Drain excess liquid and puree in blender or food processor.
3. Adjust the seasonings.
4. Reheat over medium heat.
5. Garnish with cilantro & nutmeg.