Step 1

Pour water in a very large pot (so you don't get splashed when blending) and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Place the pumpkin into the pot with salt, reduce the heat the medium, and add all the other ingredients except the Mrs. Dash and coconut milk. Cover the pot and cook for about 20 minutes or until the pumpkin is fork soft. Remove from heat and use your immersion blender and blend all ingredients together.

Step 3

Return to stove on low heat and stir the coconut milk and Mrs. Dash in and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. This helps to thicken up the soup.

Step 4

Remove from heat and serve alone or with toasted croutons if desired.