Best Halloween Pumpkin Soup With Smoked Bacon Recipes

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PUMPKIN BISQUE WITH SMOKED GOUDA



Pumpkin Bisque with Smoked Gouda image

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.

HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN SOUP WITH SMOKED BACON



Halloween Pumpkin Soup With Smoked Bacon image

When we first went to try this, we thought it would be slightly sweet. Our taste buds were nicely surprised at how savory this soup is! A really good creamy soup to enjoy on a cool fall day. The smoked bacon really added a depth of flavor everyone is sure to enjoy!

Provided by Racquel Sweeney

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 scoop(s) butter (about a teaspoon)
1 onion diced
8 slice raw smoked bacon diced
2 lb pumpkin fresh, peeled deseeded and cube (small size pumpkin)
1 Tbsp tomato puree
2 pt chicken stock
1/2 c cream
2 slice smoked bacon grilled + chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the butter in large heavy-bottomed pot. Add onion dices, raw diced smoked bacon and pumpkin flesh.
  • 2. Sweat for about 6-8 minutes over med heat to release the flavours. Add the tomato puree and stir.
  • 3. Then pour in the stock and stir in the cream. Cook on low heat for 30 minutes.
  • 4. Liquidize with a hand blender and season to taste.
  • 5. TO SERVE = Pour soup into bowl and sprinkle the cooked bacon pieces on top. Serve with a warm slice of crusty garlic bread and enjoy..... :)

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