Ingredients

  • 14 cup oil
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 2 small leeks, minced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 4 -5 cups pumpkin, diced
  • 12 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 7 cups vegetable broth or 7 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • crouton
  • cheese, diced

Method

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat; "melt" onion and leeks along with the celery.
  • Add potatoes and pumpkin, stirring for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add broth, parsley, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer on low heat 25-30 minutes.
  • Add milk.
  • Puree in blender; check seasoning.
  • Return soup to stockpot to keep warm while preparing buttered croutons.
  • Garnish soup with cheese and croutons if desired.
  • Serve immediately.