PUMPKIN BISQUE WITH SMOKED GOUDA

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I love the smell of this rich, cheesy soup as it bubbles on the stove. The Gouda cheese adds a delightful smokiness that just says autumn to me.-Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 can (29 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Additional shredded Gouda cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth, pumpkin, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to pan. Stir in cream; heat through. Add cheese; stir until melted. Sprinkle each serving with parsley, bacon and, if desired, additional cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 970mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Aisha Usama
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make soup that will impress your guests.


Eamin Hosan
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are amazing.


Menuka Karki
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I love the way the smoked gouda melts into the soup. It creates a rich and creamy texture.


Nickiesha Plummer
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great soup for a special occasion.


Aman Hossain
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin.


Qhamani Manzana
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin soup, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The smoked gouda added a nice touch.


Khawer Khan
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Minh Bina Jacob
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I love the combination of pumpkin and smoked gouda. It's a unique and flavorful soup.


Isaac Azamar
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. It's one of my go-to soups for fall.


Md Mahfuzar Rahman
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


dan t
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This soup is perfect for a cold fall day. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are spot-on.


Alec Pfumo
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The smoked gouda added a depth of flavor that I didn't expect.


Ryne Kagande
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The soup was easy to make and the instructions were clear. I used a combination of butternut squash and pumpkin, and it turned out great.


Ebube Jonathan
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out amazing! My family loved it.


Imchrollobitchlol
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This pumpkin bisque was a delightful culinary experience! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of the pumpkin complemented by the smokiness of the gouda.