Pumpkin Sausage Soup Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
• 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 carton (32 ounces) unsalted chicken stock
• 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
• 1 tablespoon sugar or sugar substitute equivalent
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/3 cup cold water
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 2 cups shredded smoked cheddar cheese