Red Pepper Smoked Gouda Pumpkin Soup
Today, we embark on a journey into the heart of autumn with a recipe that epitomizes the season's warmth and earthy flavors. Behold the Red Pepper Smoked Gouda Pumpkin Soup, a velvety symphony of roasted red peppers, creamy pumpkin, and the rich, smoky notes of Gouda cheese.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 562kcal
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Onion (medium)(diced)
- 2 Cups Red Bell Pepper (2 peppers)(diced)
- 4 Tbsp Butter
- 1 Tbsp Garlic (minced)
- 1 Tsp Nutmeg
- 1 Tsp Thyme
- 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- 2 (15 oz) Cans Pumpkin Puree
- 6 Cups Chicken Stock (vegetable stock)
- 2 Cups Gouda Cheese (smoked variety)(shredded)
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat add the butter and saute the diced onion and red pepper until softened.
- Add the spices (thyme, smoked paprika, and nutmeg) and the garlic. Stir for one minute until fragrant.
- Add the two cans of pumpkin and the chicken stock. Bring to a simmer for 20 minutes,
- Using an immersion blender blend the soup until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream and smoked gouda cheese. Bring the soup back to a simmer and turn off the heat.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning add more salt and pepper as you see necessary.
- Serve with your favorite grilled cheese sandwiches and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 562kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 1712mg | Potassium: 514mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1510IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 637mg | Iron: 2mg