University of California
Community Nutrition
Recipes: Pumpkin Soup
Pumpkin Soup
Ingredients:
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 cup of onions, diced
1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic
1 can (about 2 cups) of chicken broth, low sodium
1 can (15-16 ounces) of pumpkin
1 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1) Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pot. Add garlic. Cook onions and celery until soft.
2) Add broth. Cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
3) Stir in milk and pumpkin. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
4) Puree the soup in a blender until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve.
Optional: add chopped parsley or green onions.
Download recipe in English & Spanish:Pumpkin Soup
A great soup for a fall dayRecipe analysis credit: Ellyn Kwan