Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp. butter
  • 4 green onions and tops, chopped
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose white flour
  • 4 c. chicken stock
  • 3 c. pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. mace
  • 1/4 tsp. white pepper
  • 3/4 c. half and half
  • croutons

Method

  • Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter until foamy.
  • Add onions and saute until limp.
  • Sprinkle with flour.
  • Cook and stir for 3 minutes, then gradually add chicken stock.
  • Cook and stir until smooth and thickened.
  • Add pumpkin puree, seasonings and half and half.
  • Reheat, without boiling, and adjust seasonings to taste. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter until just melted.
  • Serve immediately, topped with croutons.