Ingredients:
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 2 teaspoons)
1 cup LIBBY'S® 100% Pure Pumpkin
1 cup NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Lowfat 2% Milk
2/3 cup reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat extra sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped toasted pistachios*
Directions:
HEAT oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for about 6 to 7 minutes or until softened.
ADD pumpkin, evaporated milk, broth, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
REMOVE from heat; slowly add cheese in small batches until cheese just starts to melt. Ladle soup into individual bowls; top with pumpkin seeds or pistachios.
* To toast the pumpkin seeds or pistachios: Place in a dry skillet; toast over medium heat, shaking skillet occasionally, until lightly browned and fragrant. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Estimated Times:
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Cooling Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 4
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