BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

Fall Fall Fall. This is the season to warm up, tune up and stay up. I love fall because my body, skin and goodies get to relax. Here is a recipe that is sure to warm up your soul! Have a great weekend!

Ingredients:

1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/2 cup onions, chopped 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon curry powder 3 cups chicken stock 1 (16 ounce) can pumpkin 1 tablespoon honey dash of nutmeg salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half)

Preparation:

Sauté mushrooms and onions in butter. Add flour and curry powder and stir until bubbly. Gradually add the stock; stir until mixed. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, add pumpkin, honey, and other seasonings. Stir while cooking, approximately 15 minutes. Add cream and heat through without boiling. Top with a dollop of sour cream if desired. And sprinkle some pumpkin seeds.  Drizzle some hot sauce if you want it spicy. Enjoy!