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Last week my mother presented me with a beautiful little cooking pumpkin. Since the weather has been cooler, I knew I had to make a soothing soup. This easy recipe highlights the pure flavor of pumpkin. It takes time to make because the pumpkin has to be roasted before you can start the soup. It's worth it though: The finished result is luscious, warming, and delicious. To look at the recipe I used, read more