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Pumpkin Leek Soup

List of Ingredients




4 T. butter, (1/2 Stick)

2 leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced (white part only)

28 oz. can pumpkin puree

16 oz. can chicken stock

2 cups half and half

1 tsp. nutmeg

1 tablespoon dried thyme

1/4 cup sugar

1 tsp. white pepper

1 tsp. salt

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method:
Directions: In soup pot, heat butter, add leeks and saute until soft. Add pumpkin puree, chicken stock, half and half, nutmeg thyme, sugar, pepper and salt. Cover. Simmer on low heat for 15- 20 minutes. Taste for seasoning. Serve with chopped parsley on top.

GOAT CHEESE CROUTONS


Ingredients:


12 thin slices baguettes

4 oz. pkg. goat cheese

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

strips of red pepper

Method:
Spread Baguette slices with goat cheese and sprinkle on a little parmesan. Place on parchment, lined baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees for five minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with red pepper strips. Serve on side of soup.


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