Garnishes: sour cream, green onion strips

Cook pears and onion in butter in a large skillet
over med.-high heat, stirring constantly, until tender.
Position knife blade in food processor bowl;
add pear mixture and pumpkin. Process until smooth.
Transfer pumpkin mixture to a large saucepan;
add chicken broth and next 4 ingredients. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 20 min.;
remove cinnamon stick. Stir in half and half,
and heat thoroughly (do not boil).
Garnish, if desired. Yield: 6 cups.