Pumpkin Soup With Shrimp

1. 1

   Prepare pumpkin cubes and set aside.

2. 2

   Shell and devein shrimp and reserve both the shrimp and their shells.

3. 3

   There should be about 1 1/2 cups of shelled shrimp.

4. 4

   Put shells into a saucepan and add the water.

5. 5

   Add salt to taste and bring to boil.

6. 6

   Let simmer about 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Strain, discarding shells.

8. 8

   There should be about 1 3/4 cups of broth.

9. 9

   Meanwhile, heat butter in a kettle and add onions and garlic.

10. 10

    Cook, stirring often without browning, about 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Add pumpkin cubes, shrimp broth and chicken broth and cook 20 minutes.

12. 12

    Put the mixture through a food mill.

13. 13

    You might use a food processsor or electric blender, but the puree will be a bit fibrous.

14. 14

    There should be about 10 cups.

15. 15

    Return the soup to the kettle and add milk and cream.

16. 16

    Simmer 5 minutes.

17. 17

    Add shrimp, salt and pepper to taste and simmer 1 minute.

18. 18

    Stir in coriander and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.