Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans pumpkin
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 1 cup light cream
  • 14 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • salt and pepper
  • maple sugar (optional) or packed brown sugar (optional)
  • pumpkin seeds (optional)

Method

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in pumpkin, chicken broth, half-and-half, maple syrup, and ginger.
  • Bring mixture just to boiling.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle the soup into a serving bowl.
  • If desired, garnish with maple sugar and pumpkin seeds.