Name: Smoky Pumpkin Bisque with Grilled Cheese Croutons
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon (chopped); 1/2 sweet onion (diced); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree; 3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 tablespoons snipped chives for topping; 4 slices bread; softened brown butter for spreading; 6 ounces fontina cheese (freshly grated)