Savory Pumpkin Soup with Ham
Description
Made creamy with yogurt and evaporated milk, this savory pumpkin-ham soup is an easy way to feed a crowd.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons light olive oil
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3 onions, halved and sliced
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6 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
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8 cups plain pumpkin puree
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2 quarts chicken broth
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4 cups water
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 pinch ground black pepper
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1 pinch celery seed
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1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
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1 cup plain yogurt
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12 ounces cooked sliced ham, minced
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add pumpkin, chicken broth, water, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add milk and yogurt. Puree using an immersion blender until smooth. Add ham and let stand until heated through.