Spicy Pumpkin Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 chilies, seeded and sliced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 small pumpkin (or medium butternut squash), seeded, peeled and chopped
• 3 medium potato, peeled and chopped
• 5 cup low-sodium chicken stock
• 4 tsp nonfat sour cream
• 4 tsp chives, to garnish

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, chilies, and cumin. Sauté until onion is soft. Stir in pumpkin, potatoes and stock. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat.
2. Simmer for 30 minutes or until pumpkin and potatoes are soft, stirring occasionally.
3. Purée soup in a food processor. Return soup to saucepan to reheat. Top with a dollop of nonfat sour cream and sprinkle with chives, if desired. Serve immediately.