Cancer-Fighting Spicy Pumpkin Soup

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The secret ingredient in this soup is antioxidant-rich pumpkin. The beta-carotene it contains can block the growth of cancerous cells. Easy to make, this curried soup will keep you warm through the winter months

Ingredients

• 2 cans of pumpkin
• 4 shallots
• 2 tsp unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ginger
• 2 tbsp curry spice mix
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp chili sauce
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 can unsweetened coconut milk

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Sauté shallots in butter until they are softened. Add garlic cloves, ginger and curry spice. Stir in the kosher salt, water, pumpkin, broth and coconut milk. Simmer uncovered over low heat for 30 minutes.