Best 5 Smoky Pumpkin Bisque Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of fall with our collection of smoky pumpkin bisque recipes. Whether you prefer a classic creamy version, a vegan delight, or a hearty slow-cooker option, we have a recipe for every palate. Each dish is carefully crafted to capture the essence of the season, using fresh pumpkin, aromatic spices, and a touch of smokiness that adds depth and complexity. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a comforting dish to impress your guests, our smoky pumpkin bisque recipes are sure to satisfy.

**Classic Creamy Smoky Pumpkin Bisque:** This timeless recipe delivers a velvety smooth and flavorful bisque, perfect for cozy autumn evenings. Roasted pumpkin, sautéed aromatics, and a hint of smoked paprika create a rich and satisfying soup that will warm you from the inside out.

**Vegan Smoky Pumpkin Bisque:** Delight in a creamy and flavorful bisque without compromising on taste. This vegan-friendly recipe uses coconut milk and vegetable broth to create a rich and satisfying soup, while smoked paprika and roasted pumpkin add a touch of smokiness and depth.

**Slow-Cooker Smoky Pumpkin Bisque:** Let your slow cooker do the work with this easy and hearty recipe. Simply combine all the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it simmer for hours, resulting in a velvety smooth and smoky pumpkin bisque that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SAVORY PUMPKIN BISQUE



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This Pumpkin Bisque Soup is savory with surprise smoky flavor from chipotle chili, is creamy and silky with aroma of holiday spices. The rich and silky bisque is perfect starter for a holiday dinner. If you like pumpkin savory like myself, you will love how this bisque recipe transforms pumpkin puree to a very delicious bold-flavor savory soup. Gluten free. Soup is super easy and quick to prepare, needs only 10 minutes prep. Buy good quality pumpkin puree Or roast a pumpkin in advance and keep the puree ready. Rest of the soup comes together in no time.So, let's try some Savory Pumpkin Bisque today!PUMPKIN BISQUEPumpkin Bisque is a silky soup laced with warm spices, creamy and often cheese. It's rich and warming nature will warm you from within. One of the best way to beat cold weather is to hold a bowl of pumpkin bisque in hand, grab favorite chair in house and enjoy.Like other bisque or spiced recipes, this pumpkin bisque also gets better with time and tastes even better the next day. In this time the flavor of spices and smokey chipotle blends well making soup even more appetizing. This is a perfect Make-ahead soup.This savory pumpkin recipe comes together with simple 8 pantry ingredients. (Salt and butter on the house.) If you love stocking pantry with Pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice and have cream and cheese in refrigerator. All you'll need is Chipotle Adobo to make this soup. If you follow my blog, I'm sure you have Chipotle in your pantry by now. :)Note: Chipotle does make soup very spicy. All other creamy ingredients - cream, cheese, pumpkin puree and little honey balance chili flavor nicely. Bisque does have but does get a subtle smokey chipotle-flavor kick. WHAT TO SERVE WITH PUMPKIN BISQUE?I recommend paring soup with a side salad or grilled cheese croutons. Both of these pair well with creamy silky soup.Wish you all happy holiday month!Stay warm and enjoy the season with bowl of this savory Pumpkin Bisque.-Savita x

Provided by Savita

Categories     Soup

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

15 Oz Pumpkin, puree, 450 grams unsweetened, unsalted
1/2 Cup Heavy Cream, more for serving/garnish
1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
1/2 tbsp Garlic, grated
1 tsp Oregano
1 tbsp Chipotle in Adobo, 1 pepper minced
1/2 Cup White Onion, white onion, very small diced
1/2 tsp Pumpkin Spice
1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar, adjust to taste, See Note 1
2 Cup Water, Or for additional flavor prefer a Vegetable Stock
1/2 Cup Cheddar Cheese, white sharp cheddar cheese, grated.
1 tsp Honey, adjust per taste
1 tsp Salt and Black Pepper, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, adjust per taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a heavy bottom dutch oven. Add minced garlic and onion. Cook on medium heat until onions are soft. 2-3 minutes. Don't let garlic or onion burn.
  • Add in minced chipotle, oregano and pumpkin spice. Sauté for 30 seconds to bloom the spices. Now add pumpkin puree. Add water (or vegetable stock, if using) and 1/2 tsp of salt. Mix well so that pumpkin puree is fully mixed with stock. No signs of lumps. Turn heat to medium high. Bring to boil and then simmer on medium heat for 5 more minutes.
  • Add honey and apple cider vinegar. Mix well. Turn off heat. Mix in heavy cream while continuously stirring the soup. I use from 1/3 cup to 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
  • Return pan to medium-low heat. Simmer until soup thickens. (3-4 minutes) Add cheddar cheese and mix until cheese has melted. Taste and adjust salt/honey. (I end up adding 1/2 tsp more salt.) Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve and enjoy!

PUMPKIN BISQUE



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Pumpkin deserves a spot at the table beyond pie and the decorative gourd. With added texture from the toasted pumpkin seeds, this supremely autumnal dish is a perfect way to warm up from the chilly weather. Serve it as a lunch, a light supper or part of a larger, festive meal.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups pumpkin, butternut squash or sweet potato
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cup white onions, diced
3 1/2 cups vegetable stock
5 cloves roasted garlic
1/4 cup sherry wine
1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Cracked black pepper, to taste
Toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)
Pumpkin seed oil for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Steam or boil the pumpkin or squash until tender.
  • Sauté onions over medium heat in olive oil until translucent.
  • Using a high-speed blender, combine pumpkin, onions, stock, garlic, wine, maple syrup and spices and blend until smooth.
  • Warm soup in saucepan. Serve hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds and a drizzle of pumpkin seed oil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 142, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 272 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

NUTTY PUMPKIN BISQUE



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Hearty and comforting pumpkin soup is the perfect starter to a holiday meal or the star performer of an autumn luncheon. The pumpkin seeds and toasted pecans create a wonderful depth of flavor. This soup can be served immediately or made a day in advance and then reheated. -Lauri Knox, Pine, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chicken stock
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1/2 cup sherry or chicken stock
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, toasted
Optional toppings: Sour cream, fresh rosemary sprigs, additional toasted chopped pecans and pumpkin seeds

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in stock, pumpkin, sherry, brown sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes., Stir in cream, pecans and seeds. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Process in batches in a blender until smooth. Return all to pan; heat through. If desired, serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 calories, Fat 50g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 713mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

VEGAN PUMPKIN BISQUE



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Fast, easy, and delicious. All the flavor of the heavy cream classic but dairy free. A splash of balsamic vinegar and a few toasted almonds crank this soup into high gourmet gear.

Provided by Almond Breeze

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Almond Breeze

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup Original Unsweetened Almond Breeze Almondmilk
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 teaspoons sliced, toasted almonds
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
4 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the pumpkin and vegetable broth. Remove from heat. Transfer to a blender and process 1 minute or until smooth. Return mixture to pan. Return pan to heat.
  • Stir in almondmilk, salt, pepper, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally for 3 minutes, or until soup is heated through. Divide among 4 bowls and top each with 1 teaspoon almonds, 1 teaspoon vinegar, and 1 teaspoon parsley.

GINGERED PUMPKIN BISQUE



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Every spoonful of this pretty pumpkin soup hints of autumn. Serve it as the first course at your special, sit-down dinners. -Patricia Kile, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup chopped shallots
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/3 cup apple cider or juice
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground cloves
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional heavy whipping cream, optional
Fresh thyme sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute the shallots, onion and ginger in oil until tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Gradually stir in broth and cider. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in the pumpkin, syrup and seasonings. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan. Stir in cream and vanilla; heat through (do not boil). If desired, drizzle individual servings with additional cream and garnish with thyme sprigs.

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Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkin. Sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins are best for this recipe, as they have a sweet and creamy flavor. Avoid using field pumpkins, which are larger and have a more watery texture.
  • Roast the pumpkin before pureeing it. Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and makes it easier to puree. You can roast the pumpkin in the oven or on a grill.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth. The broth is an important part of the bisque, so make sure to use a broth that is flavorful and has a good body. You can use homemade broth or a store-bought brand that you trust.
  • Don't overcook the bisque. The bisque should be cooked until it is heated through and the vegetables are tender, but it should not be overcooked, or it will become thick and gummy.
  • Serve the bisque with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for pumpkin bisque include croutons, crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chopped chives.

Conclusion:

This smoky pumpkin bisque is a delicious and comforting fall soup that is perfect for a chilly day. The roasted pumpkin gives the soup a sweet and smoky flavor, and the creamy texture is perfect for dipping bread or crackers. This soup is also relatively easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve it. So next time you're looking for a warm and satisfying soup, give this smoky pumpkin bisque a try!

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