Reviewed: Nov. 9, 2011

I modified this some. I left out the leek, added a touch of curry, cinamon, ginger for seasonings. I sauteed the onion w/some garlic and added zucchini and celery. I had fresh pumpkin puree so used that w/chicken broth and kept the pumpkin and sweet potato in chunks since my hubyy likes chunky soup. My 3 1/2 yr old ate 2 bowls & said make this everyday. My 2 yr old ate it as well. Yummy. It was thin though...maybe cause I didn't puree the veggies? I also added some shredded pork and rice before serving. I will be making this again!!! Thanks for posting.

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lisa s

Reviewed: Oct. 12, 2011

Tasty fall soup. I doubled the recipe and froze individual servings into freezer bags. Just cut the bag open, put into soup bowl and microwave for a few minutes. I used 1 1/2 cup half and half cream and 1/2 cup sour cream instead of 2 cups whipping cream. Also used chicken bullion cube in 2 cups hot water, and 6 cups chicken stock. This way i didn't need additional salt. Also added 2 small basil leaves and a kaffir lime leaf. Brought a little extra flavor to my soup.

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MellieB

Reviewed: Aug. 21, 2011

Excellent without cream, with pumpkin spice (as others suggested) and squash instead of sweet potato (out of season) Thanks Marbalet

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Dora

Living In: Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Reviewed: Nov. 19, 2010

Best soup we ever had. The flavors are amazing. I substituted Yukon potatoes for the sweet potatoes but am trying it with the sweet potatoes tonight!

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lovebergs

Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2010

I love this Pumpkin soup and so do all my friends that I have made for. The other day I made it realized I was out of celery and didn't have time to run to the store. I used cilantro instead and it was wonderful! I used Cinderella Pumpkin as well as it has nice smooth flavor.

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andi4jesus

Reviewed: Oct. 15, 2010

Awesome! I made this with butternut squash instead of the pumpkin, and roasted the squash and potatoes first, mostly to break up the prep time. I also omitted the cream, as the soup was so rich and tasty on its own.

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Purple Tangerine

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Los Angeles, California, USA

Living In: Winston Salem, North Carolina, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 7, 2010

This was absolutely fabulous. I used 2 percent milk instead of cream. My sweet potatoes must have been pretty big, because it turned out really thick. I think one could add more chicken stock if necessary. I'll be making this again.

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elise

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: San Antonio, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 7, 2010

Unlike many other reviewers, I followed the recipe with the minor exception of using lowfat cream. It is excellent. I like a little spice in my soups, so I might toss in one of my homegrilled chipotles in my next batch. I grew my own leeks and they vary greatly in size but I would estimate that if using store bought leeks, use two that are at least 2 inches in diameter if smaller, use accordingly more. Basically it appeared to me that the mass of leek and pumpkin should be about equal!

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cooknman

Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2009

I followed one reviewer's advice and seeded and boiled the pumpkin in three large pieces to make removal of the rind easier. I used veggie bouillon to make stock because I was out of chicken stock. Omitted the celery and cloves, and did not add any cream (and didn't substitute anything for the cream either). Used half a large can of sweet potatoes, and only 1 leek (as I only had one on hand). I pureed the soup in small batches in a blender because I don't have an immersion blender, and topped the soup with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg. This was a really tasty, thick puree of a soup. The flavors are hearty and refreshing, and go well together. This was really healthy and filling, and I really think you can skip the cream and be okay.

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MEIOUSEI

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Bettendorf, Iowa, USA

Living In: Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Reviewed: Jul. 22, 2009

I made this for a Thanksgiving dinner. It was enjoyed by some, but others had difficulty with the texture and unusual flavors. Not bad, but probably not one I'll try again.

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