Ingredients
4 carrots, chopped
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 cup (1 small) chopped onion
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
3 cups chicken broth
1 can (28 oz.) pumpkin
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 can (12 fl. oz.) evaporated milk
Preparation
In a small sauce pan, boil water. Cook carrots until tender. Drain and set aside.
Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in curry powder, salt and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
Add broth, pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in evaporated milk. Using a hand blender or food processor, blend until smooth. Add carrots. Serve warm.