Autumn Pear and Pumpkin Soup

Float thin pear slices atop this velvety soup for an elegant effect.


Autumn Pear and Pumpkin Soup

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Servings: Makes 6 servings.
Total Time: 25 mins
Related Categories: Pumpkin, Pumpkin Soup
 
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Ingredients
  • 1/2  cup
    chopped onion
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  • 1/2  cup
    water
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  • 2  teaspoons
    instant chicken bouillon granules
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  • 1  15-ounce can
    pumpkin
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  • 2-1/2  cups
    half-and-half or light cream
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  • 1-3/4  cups
    pear nectar
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    ground ginger
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    white pepper
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    Pear slices (optional)
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Directions
1.
In a large saucepan combine onion, water, and bouillon granules. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 10 minutes or until onion is very tender; cool slightly. Do not drain.
2.
Transfer mixture to a blender container or food processor bowl. Add pumpkin. Cover and blend or process until smooth. Return pumpkin mixture to saucepan. Stir in half-and-half or light cream, pear nectar, ginger, and white pepper. Cook and stir until heated through.
3.
Ladle into soup bowls. If desired, garnish each serving with pear slices. Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition information
Calories 210, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 337 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 4 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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