Harvest Pumpkin Soup with Swiss Cheese & Garlic Croutons

30 min

6 servings

Pumpkins and squash bring a colourful glow to a grey fall day. Pick up tiny pie pumpkins at your local farmer’s market, or use canned puréed pumpkin for this smooth, creamy, delicate soup. The cheese and croutons give it delicious extra texture and flavour.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked pumpkin or squash, puréed
  • 3 cups non-fat milk
  • 1 cup Nourish Broth, prepared
  • 1 1⁄2 tsp Nourish Broth Mix
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • Sea Salt, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp nutmeg, optional
  • 1 cup Garlic Croutons
  • 4 cups cubed crusty bread
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • 1 tbsp Herb & Garlic Dip Mix
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1⁄2 cup grated Swiss or Parmesan cheese

Preparation

  1. Place pumpkin in Multipurpose Pot.
  2. With Piano Wire Whisk, whisk in milk, broth, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  3. Gently simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes.
  4. Pour into warm bowls, and sprinkle with croutons and cheese.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 180, Fat 7 g (Saturated 3.5 g, 0.1 0 g), Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 23 g (Fiber 7 g, Sugars 12 g), Protein 11 g.

Tips

Finish with 1⁄4 cup light cream for an extra rich hit.

Gluten-free: Simply use gluten-free croutons.