Cream of Pumpkin Soup Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 01, 2002

Great soup on a cold day! I made it lowfat by using Pam instead of butter, and using skim milk thickened with corn starch instead of whipping cream. Also, instead of croutons, I just floated some sliced scallions on the top to make it pretty. Thanks for the recipe!

—KRANEY

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 16, 2007

Dear people- read the reviews. My first taste I almost launched the pot down the sink. Then as it simmered I read more reviews. Unsure how to rate it since it's not that good as written but what are recipes anyway but good ideas to add to, right?!?! Ok agree with me later. This soup is EXCELLENT when you add a palmful of brown sugar. AND add extra pumpkin pie spices. AND a sprinkle or 2 of cayenne pepper. I used half-n-half and I ran outta onions, but did mince up some garlic. I really love how it turned out. Taste as you go and for the love of G-d do NOT over-salt it.

—GUIDOSWIFE

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Dec 20, 2003

Great recipe! I made a double batch to take to a party and everyone loved it. I accidentally forgot to add the cream and it was still delicious; BUT I thought it was just a tad too salty, and will halve the salt next time (i'm sure the kind of broth you use affects the saltiness, too). I doubled the ginger and cinnamon, and added a pinch of nutmeg. I think I will follow other reviewers' advice and add about 1/4c brown sugar (or maybe maple syrup?!) next time, and maybe try topping with toasted pumpkin seeds?? The croutons were definitely a great touch to this recipe. I only had a loaf of french bread, so sliced that into 1/2 inch rounds and toppped that with the cinnamon sugar mixture and it was still great (although I think the wheat would've been better). VERY EASY TO MAKE! THANKS.

—CHRISTAMACD

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Oct 17, 2006

This is an excellent base for either a savory or sweet cream of pumpkin soup. When I made it yesterday, I wanted a savory version for our family. I DOUBLED the recipe as given with the following adjustments: (1) Did NOT make the croutons (2) Used unsalted homemade chicken broth (3) Used total of 3 cans of pumpkin puree (4) Used total of 1 1/4 cups heavy cream (5) Used 3 teaspoons salt for total recipe (6) Added 1/2 tsp. Penzey's Chipotle ground red pepper (7) Added 1/2 tsp. Penzey's Ancho Chili pepper ground (8) Added 2 extra good shakes of cinnamon (9) Added fresh ground nutmeg (approx 1/4 tsp.) (10) Used an immersion blender right in the pan rather than pouring into a blender. This was a rich and delicious savory soup. It actually tastes even better the next day. I would suggest you start with only 1/4 tsp. of the Chipotle and Ancho ground peppers and taste and adjust according to your preferences.

—Dee T.

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Dec 19, 2005

Love the soup -- it's now a staple for us. I also add more spices as other reviewers have said, we like to eat the soup with pumpkin ravioli floating in it -- yum! Now, I am a verrry amatuer cook, so I didn't know this -- let the onions and broth cool down before putting it in the blender! Otherwise it explodes on you!

—BEIGERAIN

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Nov 23, 2005

The whole family loved this soup. We used whole milk instead of cream (and we loved the consistency, though it may not have been thick enough for others), added 1/4 c brown sugar, another 1/2 t cinnamon, and about 1/4 t cayenne. The cayenne really brought out the flavor of the pumpkin and the sweetness. The only other change was that I always use homemade chicken stock instead of storebought chicken broth. Very, very good soup!

—VALIERRAN

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Oct 30, 2003

I made this soup as the main course for a Fall luncheon and it was a HUGE hit! Sweet, but not too much so...the chicken broth helps to take away from the richness of the cream and pumpkin so you can eat a hearty serving and not get tired of it! I haven't had soup this good in a long time...it would be perfect for a first course at the holidays, and it was so easy to make!

—ALLINEAL

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Oct 03, 2005

It is an excellant soup. I have never made the croutons but always dip plenty of crusty bread into this soup. I think it is even better second or third day. Easy, delicious, I have never needed to change a thing. I have used this recipe many times

—JAMERS1

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Nutrition

Calories
313 kcal
16%

Carbohydrates
19.6 g
6%

Cholesterol
65 mg
22%

Fat
25.1 g
39%

Fiber
3.9 g
16%

Protein
4.5 g
9%

Sodium
769 mg
31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Cream of Pumpkin Soup

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 313
** Calories from Fat: 226

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 25.1g 39 %
** Saturated Fat 12.8g 64 %
** Cholesterol 65mg 22 %
** Sodium 769mg 31 %
** Potassium 271mg 8 %
** Total Carbohydrates 19.6g 6 %
** Dietary Fiber 3.9g 16 %
** Protein 4.5g 9 %
** Sugars 6.8g
** Vitamin A 240 %
** Vitamin C 9 %
** Calcium 10 %
** Iron 16 %
** Thiamin 10 %
** Niacin 15 %
** Vitamin B6 8 %
** Magnesium 14 %
** Folate 14 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.