Squash Bisque

Ingredients

 * 4 strips cob smoked bacon, sliced very thin
 * 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
 * 2 medium onions, peeled and diced
 * 1 bouquet garni
 * 3 quarts chicken stock
 * 4 chef potatoes, peeled and cubed
 * 4 acorn squash, peeled and cubed
 * 1 tbsp sugar
 * pinch salt
 * pinch cayenne pepper
 * 1 oz dark rum
 * ½ oz fresh lime juice
 * chopped parsley

Directions

 * 1) In large saucepan, slowly render bacon until crisp.
 * 2) Add carrots, onions, and bouquet.
 * 3) Cook until vegetables are soft.
 * 4) Add chicken stock and simmer for 90 minutes.
 * 5) Add potatoes, squash, salt, and pepper.
 * 6) Simmer 40 minutes, then puree.
 * 7) Add rum and lime juice.
 * 8) Check seasonings and adjust to taste.
 * 9) Serve with chopped parsley.