Roasted Tomato-Basil Bisque With Pumpernickel Crout

Name: Roasted Tomato-Basil Bisque With Pumpernickel Croutons (Vegan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Croutons; 6 slices pumpernickel bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; Bisque; 2 - 2 1/2 lbs tomatoes, quartered; 5 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole; 2 onions, slicd; 1/4 cup olive oil; sea salt; ground black pepper; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, plus extra for chiffonade garnish; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

Croutons
6 slices pumpernickel bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Bisque
2 - 2 1/2 lbs tomatoes, quartered
5 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole
2 onions, slicd
1/4 cup olive oil
sea salt
ground black pepper
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, plus extra for chiffonade garnish
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice

1
Croutons: Preheat oven to 325 Fahrenheit. Toss bread cubes with oil, salt, and pepper., then spread on a rimmed baking sheet in one layer, Bake 25 to 35 minutes until crisp and lightly browned, turning with a spatula every 10 minute.
2
Bisque: Preheat oven to 450 degrees.Spread tomatoes, garlic, and onions on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Generously season with salt and pepper, then roast for 30 to 35 minutes until tomatoes are lightly browned and caramelized.
3
Transfer vegetables to a large pot and add broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Add basil off the heat, then puree by batches in a blender, or puree in the pot with an immersion blender. Blend until it's very smooth, then return it to the pot and add the brown sugar and lemon juice. Taste for seasoning. Serve garnished with croutons and basil chiffonade.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Croutons, 6 slices pumpernickel bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and more.

Yes, Roasted Tomato-Basil Bisque With Pumpernickel Croutons (Vegan) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Roasted Tomato-Basil Bisque With Pumpernickel Croutons (Vegan)

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