Pumpkin Asiago Soup

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This soup is a perfect appetizer course for a fall dinner party. it can be partially prepared 2 days prior to your dinner party. the recipe is from the december 2007 issue of canadian house and home magazine.

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Steps

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In a soup pot , heat olive oil and onion on mdeium high heat.

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Cook , stirring , until softened , about 5 minutes.

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Gradually stir in chicken stock.

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Add pumpkin puree , cream chili powder , thyme and salt.

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Bring to a simmer.

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To finish , bring the soup back to a simmer to heat through.

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Add more stock or water to thin to a desired consistency.

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Remove from heat.

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Stir in 1 / 2 cup grated asiago just before serving.

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Ladle into serving bowls and top with a generous grating of asiago , a sprinkling or chili powder and a sprinkling of orange zest.

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Serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, chicken stock, pumpkin puree, water, cream, chili powder, thyme, salt, asiago cheese, orange zest