Creamy Pumpkin Bisque with Bacon
This Pumpkin Bisque with Bacon is one of the best fall soup recipes, perfect for cozy lunch ideas. It's a delicious addition to your fall recipes collection, offering a creamy and comforting pumpkin flavor with a healthy twist!
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 4 Slices Center Cut Bacon, Chopped
- 1 Onion, Chopped
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- 3 Cups Pumpkin Puree
- 4 Cups Chicken Broth
- 1/2 Cup Fat Free Half and Half
- 1/2 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
- Salt/Pepper to Taste
- Fresh Chives, Optional for Garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot. Add onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender in batches.
- Stir in fat-free half and half and nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with crispy bacon and fresh chives.
- This makes 4 servings. (About 1.25 cups per person). On WW, each serving is 2 Points. Enjoy!