Special Pumpkin Soup Recipe

Name: Special Pumpkin Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. white bread crumbs; 4 to 8 lb. pumpkin with a flat bottom; 7 Tbsp. butter; 1 tsp. salt; 2/3 c. minced onion; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1/8 tsp. nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. sage; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 c. grated Swiss cheese; chicken broth (enough to fill within 1/2-inch of rim); 1 c. heavy cream; parsley

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. white bread crumbs
4 to 8 lb. pumpkin with a flat bottom
7 Tbsp. butter
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. minced onion
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. sage
1 bay leaf
1/2 c. grated Swiss cheese
chicken broth (enough to fill within 1/2-inch of rim)
1 c. heavy cream
parsley

1
Dry bread crumbs in oven at 300u00b0 for 15 minutes.
2
Cut a lid in pumpkin.
3
Remove seeds and fibrous insides; discard.
4
Rub inside of pumpkin with mixture of 1 tablespoon butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
5
Cook onions in 6 tablespoons butter for 10 minutes.
6
Stir in bread crumbs; continue stirring and cook for 10 minutes longer. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, other seasonings and cheese.
7
Put crumbs and cheese in pumpkin.
8
Fill pumpkin with enough chicken broth to fill within 1/2-inch of top.
9
Put pumpkin lid on.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 c. white bread crumbs, 4 to 8 lb. pumpkin with a flat bottom, 7 Tbsp. butter, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Special Pumpkin Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Special Pumpkin Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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