Curried Pumpkin and Cheddar Bisque Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥄 Yield: Serves 4
Description:
This Curried Pumpkin and Cheddar Bisque offers a delightful fusion of flavors, marrying the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the rich tanginess of sharp cheddar cheese. It’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings, and it even tastes better if made ahead, allowing the flavors to meld together, excluding the addition of cheese, of course. Serve it with a sprinkle of grated cheddar and some crispy croutons for a satisfying meal that will warm both body and soul.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
- 6 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. | Heat olive oil in a soup pot over moderate heat. |
| 2. | Stir in onion, celery, green pepper, and bay leaf, cooking and stirring until the onion is translucent, about 8 minutes. |
| 3. | Add butter, curry powder, and garlic, and cook gently, stirring, for about 1 minute. |
| 4. | Add the stock and salt; bring to a boil. |
| 5. | Stir in pumpkin and sage; simmer, stirring occasionally for about 15 minutes. |
| 6. | When ready to serve, stir well and ladle into warm bowls. |
| 7. | Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top of each serving. |
| 8. | Enjoy your delicious Curried Pumpkin and Cheddar Bisque! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 288.7
- Total Fat: 18.7g
- Saturated Fat: 8.6g
- Cholesterol: 40.9mg
- Sodium: 873.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 17.9g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 7.3g
- Protein: 13.6g
Keywords:
- Less than 60 Minutes
- Stove Top
- Vegetable Recipe
Tips:
- For a smoother bisque, you can puree the soup using an immersion blender before serving.
- Make sure to taste and adjust seasoning before serving, adding more salt or curry powder if desired.
- This bisque pairs wonderfully with a side of crusty bread or garlic croutons for added texture.
Enjoy the delightful blend of flavors in this Curried Pumpkin and Cheddar Bisque, perfect for cozy nights in or elegant dinner parties alike!
