This is a terrific winter soup that has just the right blend of spices to really get your taste buds going. It is sweet and savory and great for a brisk fall day.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 onion, chopped or grated
  • 2 – 15 oz cans of pumpkin puree
  • 3 c organic chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tsp xylitol or stevia to taste
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 c coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp walnut oil
  • parsley to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions and butter in a large saucepan until translucent.
  2. Stir in the pumpkin, broth and all of the spices. Simmer for 15-20 minutes uncovered.
  3. Remove the bay leaf and transfer mixture to a blender (or use a hand held immersion blender).
  4. Add the coconut milk and walnut oil and blend.
  5. Pour back into the saucepan and heat. Do not boil.
  6. Serve and enjoy!