Goat Cheese Topped Pumpkin and Pear Bisque

This creamy and comforting soup combines the sweetness of roasted pumpkin and pears with a tangy hint of goat cheese for a perfect autumn treat. It's easy to make and sure to warm you up on chilly days.

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TIME1 hr 20 min

SERVINGS4

RATING5.0 / 5

Goat Cheese Topped Pumpkin and Pear Bisque

01 / WHAT YOU NEED

Ingredients

1 (2 pound) pie pumpkin, peeled and coarsely chopped 3 pears - peeled, cored, and sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 6 slices bacon, diced ½ onion, diced ½ bulb fennel, diced 3 tablespoons butter 3 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon salt and ground black pepper to taste 4 cups chicken broth ½ cup crumbled goat cheese

02 / HOW TO MAKE IT

Let's cook.

Step 1

Start by heating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the pumpkin chunks on one side of a rimmed baking sheet and the sliced pears on the other. Drizzle everything with olive oil and give it a good stir to make sure they’re all coated. Roast them in the oven for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the pumpkin is tender when poked with a fork.

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Step 2

While the veggies are roasting, cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Once the bacon is starting to crisp, add the onion and fennel and cook until the onion becomes soft and translucent, around 5 minutes. Stir in the butter and garlic, then season with cinnamon, salt, and pepper to taste. Add the roasted pumpkin and pears to the pot and let them cook together for a few minutes.

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Step 3

Pour in enough chicken broth to just cover the vegetables. Bring everything to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it’s silky smooth. Serve it up warm, topped with some crumbled goat cheese for a nice tangy finish.

03 / EXTRA DETAILS

Good to know.

Cook's tip

- Use ripe pears for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Roast the pumpkin and pears before blending to deepen their taste.
- Stir the goat cheese in gently at the end to keep its creamy texture without melting completely.

Why you’ll love it

This soup combines the creamy sweetness of pumpkin and pear with the tangy richness of goat cheese. It’s a comforting dish that feels both cozy and elegant, perfect for cool weather or special occasions.

Serving ideas

Serve this soup warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or chives. Pair it with crusty bread or a simple green salad to balance the richness.

Storage & leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove to avoid curdling the goat cheese. This soup also freezes well; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.