Recipe

		Pumpkin Bisque with Smoked Gouda
		Serving Size - 7
		Prepared By - DnD
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7 bacon strips, chopped

1 medium onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

6 cups low sodium chicken broth

29 ounces can solid-pack pumpkin

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/8 teaspoon pepper

1 cup whole milk

2 cup shredded Gouda cheese + more for topping

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 milk; heat through. Add cheese; stir until melted. Sprinkle each serving with bacon and additional cheese.