Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 1/2 cups pumpkin purée*
• 3 cups vegetable stock
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

• Medium pot
• Mixing spoon
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring cup
• Measuring spoons

Here is how:

1. Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes) stirring frequently.
2. Add the pumpkin, stock, and paste. Stir well. Bring to a boil and let simmer until the soup thickens (about 10 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and stir in cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Serve warm with grated cheese on top.

Additional info:

*Make your own Pumpkin Purée insead of using canned.

If you want to bring out a sweeter taste, replace the cumin with 1/4 tsp nutmeg, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar.