Pumpkin Bisque

Photo: Dr. Florian

Before sending your little goblins out tonight for trick-or-treats, fill their bellies up with something yummy and warm.

Pumpkin Bisque
10 minutes preparation time
45 minutes cook time

1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 Tablespoon butter or margarine
1 16 ounce can pumpkin puree
4 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup half-and-half or light cream
1/4 cup dry sherry
Grated nutmeg

Saute the onion and garlic in the butter until they are soft and transparent.

Add the pumpkin, stock, ground pepper, allspice, sugar, and sherry. Bring to a boil and cover. Simmer the soup for 30 minutes. Place the mixture in a blender and puree until smooth.

Return the soup to the pot, add the half-and-half, and simmer until heated. Garnish with the nutmeg and serve.

Yield: 4 servings