Rainbow Kitchen
(By Julia and Michelle, mariquita.com)
4 cups cooked pumpkin
2 cups chopped onions
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups white wine
freshly ground pepper
kosher or sea salt
1 cup heavy cream or milk
Optional garnishes: grated nutmeg, chopped crystallized ginger, croutons or freshly popped popcorn.
Lightly brown onions in olive oil in a thick-bottomed soup pot. Add garlic and cook until it softens but doesn't brown, about 1-2 minutes. Add the pumpkin, broth, and wine, stirring to blend. Add salt and pepper. Cook for 30 minutes or so over medium heat. Taste and adjust seasoning. Puree soup. Serve hot with 2-3 T cream in each bowl. Garnish as desired. Serves 8, or 4 with yummy leftovers.
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