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bits aside for garnish.

3 Place half of all ingredients except garnishes (vegetables,
remaining bacon bits, pumpkin, and stock) in a blender and blend

until smooth. Transfer to a large pot.

4 Repeat Step 3 with remaining half of ingredients. Place over
medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.

5 Ladle into bowls and top with sour cream, snipped green onion,
and reserved bacon bits.

Serve in the pumpkin head of a ghostly horseman!