Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['vegetarian'], recipe: first, steam a pumpkin, cut into pieces, for 30 to 45 minutes. puree in electric mixer or food processor. set aside. can be prepared a day or two in advan ce. when ready to make the soup. saute onions in butter in a large saucepan over low heat until soft. sprinkle in flour and stir 2 to 3 minutes. gradually add chicken broth, half and half, then pumpkin puree. cook gently for 15 minutes. salt and pepper to taste. pour into bowls and top with dollop of whipped cream, a dusting of nutmeg and pumpkin seeds.

Target recipe: in 1/2 stick butter sweat onions. when translucent, pour carrots and add the other 1/2 stick butter. stir occasionally on medium heat for 1/2 hour. put in celery for 5 minutes. add water and pumpkin; bring to a simmer. put in remaining spices except for salt and pepper. simmer for 1 hour. reduce heat and add cream. salt and pepper to taste. serve with sour cream and french fried onions. if you want it smoother, blend with a hand blender.