Pumpkin Tomato Basil Soup

I had an extra pumpkin this holiday season and here is what became of it!!

In a large pot , put chicken stock , pumpkin and carrot.

Bring to a boil , then reduce to simmer for 1 / 2 hour.

Put butter in a frying pan and sautee onions and mushrooms until browned.

Add tomatoes and continue to fry for 5 minutes.

Puree all ingredients in a blender.

Place pureed soup into the soup pot.

Add spices , sugar and cream at this time.

Simmer for 10 minutes.

Serve with fresh croutons.

pumpkin, tomatoes, chicken broth, carrots, onion, garlic cloves, mushroom, fresh basil, butter, salt, ground pepper, cream, sugar