Pumpkin Bisque
Warm and creamy, this pumpkin bisque is perfect for chilly days or cozy gatherings!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- a pinch nutmeg
- a pinch black pepper
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup cheese (like Gouda, white cheddar, or Gruyere)
- 2 tablespoons chives (finely chopped, for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and sauté the diced onion until it's soft and translucent. Add in the chopped garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Next, stir in the chicken stock, pumpkin puree, sea salt, nutmeg, and black pepper. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes. Allow it to cool slightly afterward.
- Blend the soup in batches until it's smooth and creamy, then return everything back to the pot. Mix in the heavy whipping cream and gently warm it up.
- Finally, add the cheese and stir until it melts beautifully into the bisque.
- Top each bowl with chives, a sprinkle of extra cheese, or a swirl of heavy cream for that perfect finish!