By Christy - November 1, 2014

You’re going to fall in love with this holiday recipe

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There’s something special about fall. The weather starts to cool down; planning for family celebrations is underway, and flavors like pumpkin make their way to the table.

So, what better time than now to cozy up with your loved ones to a hearty, belly-warming bowl of Holiday Pumpkin Soup. This sweet and savory soup is full of rich pumpkin flavor and hints of apple that’ll surely be a hit with your guests.

This delicious fall soup is just one of many Aprons recipes you should try this season and add to your recipe box. For more Thanksgiving recipes and coupons for extra savings, check out the Customer Communication Center or your Nov. 16 Sunday paper for the Thanksgiving Meal holiday flier.


Holiday Pumpkin Soup

Total Time: 25 minutes • Servings: 12

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 loaf Publix Bakery Breakfast Bread, cut into small cubes
  • Cooking spray
  • 2 (15-oz) cans pumpkin
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 medium sweet apple, cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup dried sweetened cranberries
  • 1 (5.3-oz) container plain nonfat Greek yogurt

Steps

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Cut bread into cubes and place on baking sheet; coat with spray. Bake 10 – 12 minutes or until crispy.
  2.  Combine pumpkin, stock, cider, applesauce, syrup and pumpkin pie spice in large stock-pot on medium-low. Bring mixture to a simmer; cook 4 – 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until hot. Cut apples into cubes.
  3. Ladle soup into serving bowls; top with bread, apples, cranberries and a dollop of yogurt. Serve.

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