Autumn Pear and Pumpkin Soup
Recipe from
Better Homes and Gardens
Float thin pear slices atop this velvety soup for an elegant effect.

Servings:
Makes 6 servings.
Total Time:
25 mins
Ingredients
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1/2 cupchopped onionsee savings

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1/2 cupwatersee savings

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2 teaspoonsinstant chicken bouillon granulessee savings

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1 15-ounce canpumpkinsee savings

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2-1/2 cupshalf-and-half or light creamsee savings

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1-3/4 cupspear nectarsee savings

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1/4 teaspoonground gingersee savings

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1/4 teaspoonwhite peppersee savings

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Pear slices (optional)see savings

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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