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Cream Of Pumpkin Soup

This is just unbelievable it is so different,simple and delicious! A very easy starter for a fall or thanksgiving dinner. Perfect for company and will surely impress!!

Steps

Heat the oil in a heavy skillet and gently saut the onion and garlic until soft and translucent but not yet beginning to brown.
Add the pumpkin and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes , stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Allow to cool slightly for safety and then process into a smooth puree in a blender or food processor.
You may need to add a bit of the chicken stock to process , pour the pumpkin mixture into a pot and add the remaining chicken stock , dill weed.
Bring to a brisk simmer , whisking all the while , then add the sherry and cream and continue whisking until hot through but do not allow to boil.
Season to taste with salt and pepper , and nutmeg to serve garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprig of fresh dill weed.

Ingredients

olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, canned pumpkin, chicken stock, fresh dill weed, cream sherry, heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, fresh coarse ground black pepper