Pumpkin and Pear Bisque with Goat Cheese

Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
1 hr

Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins

Servings:
6

Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

Directions

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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).




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   Place pumpkin chunks on one side of a rimmed baking sheet. Place sliced pears on the other side. Drizzle with olive oil and mix around to coat.



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   Roast in the preheated oven, stirring halfway through, until pumpkin is easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes.



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   Meanwhile, fry bacon in a large pot over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add onion and fennel; cook until onion is soft and clear, about 5 minutes. Add butter and garlic; season with cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Add pumpkin and pears. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.



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   Pour in chicken broth to cover all the vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Serve hot, with crumbled goat cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)