Creamy Pumpkin Soup Recipe

• 1/4 c. butter (low fat works well)
• 1 c. minced onion
• 1/2 c. minced celery
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (opt.)
• 1/4 teaspoon grnd pepper
• 3 c. chicken broth
• 1 bouillon cube
• 1 3/4 c. (16 ounce. can) solid pack pumpkin
• 1 c. half & half
• Minced chives or possibly green onion tops

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