SAUSAGE PUMPKIN SOUP

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Here, autumn spices complement pumpkin and sausage for a unique and comforting soup. Maple syrup imparts just the right amount of sweetness.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
Optional: croutons or crackers

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion until sausage is no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Add the broth, pumpkin, syrup, pie spice, garlic powder and nutmeg. Cover and cook on low until flavors are blended, 3-4 hours. Stir in milk; heat through. If desired, serve with croutons or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.