Pumpkin Soup With Cheddar And Parmesan(Great For The Holidays) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 bacon slices, chopped
3 Tbsp. olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
8 cups (or more) chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
2 16 oz. cans solid pack pumpkin
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
1 cup half and half
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 cup grated extra sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Serve with assorted breads

Preparation

Saut bacon in heavy large pan over medium heat until brown, about 8 minutes.
Pour off drippings.
Add onions, carrots and celery and saut until vegetables begin to soften, about 15 minutes.