Curried Pumpkin Soup

Halloween is right around the corner! What better way to get ready for the trick or treaters than with this Curried Pumpkin Soup. Not only is it delicious, but it is very low in calories (93 per serving!)

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbs curry powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp cayenne
• 3 apples, peeled, cored, chopped
• 15-oz can pumpkin puree
• 2 2/3 C low-sodium chicken broth
• 2/3 C water
• 1 tsp brown sugar

INSTRUCTIONS:

Pour oil into a large saucepan and place over medium heat. Add onions garlic, garlic, curry, cumin, and cayenne. Sauté stirring often, until onions are soft. Stir apples, pumpkin, broth, water and sugar. Bring to a boil, then let simmer covered with heat reduced to low. Simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Puree food in a food processor of blender. Just before serving, return to pot on low heat.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE:

Calories: 93, Fat: 3 g, Protein: 1 g, Fiber: 6g, Carbs: 15.5g