Instructions: 6 SERVINGS DAIRY-FREE

Pears add a sweet and slightly spicy flavor to this creamy soup. Its wonderful served on its own or as first course for a harvest dinner.

In large pot, hear oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, curry powder, brown sugar and cumin and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add broth, squash and pears.

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until squash and pears are tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Puree mixture with immersion blender or transfer to food processor and process in batches. Garnish with cilantro.

Serve warm.

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