Pumpkin, Potato, and Leek Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:

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4 whole cloves
10 black peppercorns
1 bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh parsley
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 leeks, white and light green parts only ,halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp dried thyme
1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks
1 1/2 lbs sugar pumpkin, peeled ,halved lengthwise,seeded,and cut into 1 inch chunks
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
1 pinch cayenne pepper
fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
cheesecloth (8-inch square)
kitchen twine

Directions:

Cut an 8-inch square of cheesecloth, and place the cloves, peppercors, bay leaf, and parsley in the center; bring up the ends to form a sack and tie securely with kitchen twine; set aside.
In a large saucepan, saute garlic and leeks in olive oil over medium heat until tender but not brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the cinnamon and thyme and cook 1 minute longer.
Add the chunks of potato, pumpkin, the stock, and the spice bag; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, or until potatoes and pumpin are fork-tender; discard spice bag.
Cool soup 5-7 minutes; then puree in batches in a blender or food processor.
Return pureed soup to pan and add half and half, salt, sugar, cayenne, and ground pepper (to taste).
Cook over low heat until heated through, but do not boil.
Adjust seasonings and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	206.65 Kcal (865 kJ)
Calories from fat	127.11 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.12g	22%
Cholesterol	22.39mg	7%
Sodium	376.11mg	16%
Potassium	324.4mg	7%
Total Carbs	14.72g	5%
Sugars	3.96g	16%
Dietary Fiber	1.84g	7%
Protein	5.91g	12%
Vitamin C	8.6mg	14%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	5%
Iron	1.2mg	7%
Calcium	104.2mg	10%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	63.49 Kcal (266 kJ)
Calories from fat	39.05 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.34g	22%
Cholesterol	6.88mg	7%
Sodium	115.56mg	16%
Potassium	99.67mg	7%
Total Carbs	4.52g	5%
Sugars	1.22g	16%
Dietary Fiber	0.57g	7%
Protein	1.82g	12%
Vitamin C	2.6mg	14%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	0.4mg	7%
Calcium	32mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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savory
bitter
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