Pumpkin Spicy SoupCancer-Fighting

By pattie_d

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

• 4 shallots, minced
• 2 tsp unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp curry spice
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp chili sauce
• 2 (15-oz) cans pumpkin
• 3 1/2 cups water
• 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 can unsweetened coconut milk (not low-fat)

Details

Adapted from doctoroz.com

Preparation

Step 1

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.