Pumpkin Soup with Fourme D Ambert

Indulge in the velvety richness of Pumpkin Soup with Fourme d’Ambert, a comforting autumn dish that elevates classic pumpkin soup with the sophisticated tang of French blue cheese. This recipe marries tender, simmered pumpkin with a touch of nutmeg, creamy heavy cream, and the savory depth of Fourme d’Ambert, creating a luxurious, flavor-packed bowl perfect for cozy evenings. The soup is blended to silky perfection and garnished with crumbled cheese for a touch of elegance, making it a show-stopping starter or light meal. Pair it with warm, crusty bread for the ultimate seasonal experience. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for impressing guests or savoring a quiet night in.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams Pumpkin
• 100 grams Fourme d'Ambert cheese
• 30 grams Butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 800 milliliters Vegetable stock
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 100 grams Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and deseed the pumpkin, then cut it into small cubes.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they turn soft and translucent.

Step 5

Add the cubed pumpkin to the pot and stir well to coat the pieces with the onion mixture. Cook for 5 minutes to slightly caramelize the pumpkin.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the pumpkin is very tender.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender (or transferring the mixture to a blender in batches), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 9

Crumble the Fourme d'Ambert cheese into the soup, reserving a small portion for garnish. Stir until the cheese is mostly melted and incorporated.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with the reserved Fourme d'Ambert crumbles, and serve immediately with crusty bread on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2158.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2203.2

Total Fat 146.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 360.5mg	0%
Sodium 6514.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.3g
Protein 53.9g	0%

Vitamin D 28.8IU	0%
Calcium 959.3mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 4540.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 30.1%