Feelin' Like Fall

So although it's been getting hotter here weather-wise, I couldn't help but get into the fall mode already. It's my favorite of favorite times of year. Having more time at home instead of in a classroom, I've been able to harness my skills for decorations, cooking, etc. I bought some twig pumpkins from the Target $1 section and already put them up on our mantle. And I may or may not already have halloween pumpkin  cuteness at our front door.

A few days ago, we had some awesome company over & I decided to try out a new recipe. I'm sure there's an etiquette rule somewhere about not experimenting on guests, but guests give me more motivation to not only clean up the house, but try out new things! Here's a simple recipe to get into the fall spirit! 

Pumpkin Soup

What you need:

olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 t of salt

1/2 t of pepper

1/2 t of cheyenne pepper

2 cans (29 oz each) 100% pumpkin puree

4 c of chicken broth

3/4 c of apple cider

1/2 c heavy whipping cream

sour cream (optional garnish)

pumpkin seeds for garnish {i used mixed nuts because i couldn't find any}

6-8 slices of bacon {optional, i put it in the soup but it can also serve as just a garnish with only 3 slices}

What you do:

Cook bacon with oil in pan over medium heat then set aside

Cook onion in same pan until translucent

Then add both peppers and salt

Put onions in crock-pot

Add puree, broth, and cider

Stir until smooth

Cook on low for 5 hours

Turn crock-pot off

Whisk in heavy whipping cream

Serve in bowls, topped with sour cream, nuts {& crumbled bacon}

It was a hit! The pumpkin flavor wasn't overly powerful. I served it with sliced olive bread. E really liked it too...although his was served before adding the cream & with the bacon removed. In fact, he'll probably have it again for lunch. :)