Tomato Basil Bisque Recipe

Name: Tomato Basil Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Diced Celery; 3/4 cups Chopped Carrots; 1/4 cups Diced Onion; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Minced Garlic; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 3 cups Tomato Juice; 1 cup Chicken Broth; 1 can (14.5 Oz. Can) Diced Tomatoes; 3 ounces, weight Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Dried Basil; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 4 teaspoons Sugar

Servings: persons

1 cup Diced Celery
3/4 cups Chopped Carrots
1/4 cups Diced Onion
1 Tablespoon Fresh Minced Garlic
2 Tablespoons Butter
3 cups Tomato Juice
1 cup Chicken Broth
1 can (14.5 Oz. Can) Diced Tomatoes
3 ounces, weight Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
1 cup Heavy Cream
4 teaspoons Sugar

1
In a large saucepan, saute your veggies (including garlic) in the butter till tender (not brown). You will want them pretty tender.
2
Add the tomato juice, broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste and spices, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes or till slightly thickened.
3
Next, puree till smooth. If you do not have a handheld blender/immersion blender, use your food processor or blender. Only puree HALF of the soup at a time and then return to the cooking pot. If you have a handheld blender, plug that baby in and start stirring away right there in the pot. (Turn the heat off.) Once your soup is pureed (it probably won't be perfectly smooth and that is okay), stir in the heavy cream and sugar.
4
Heat bisque through and serve. I have topped this with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese. Both are unnecessary, but add tastiness.
5
Notes: you can use half-and-half instead of the heavy cream and it is just as good. I also usually use less sugar (I find it's too sweet for me with that much).

470

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Diced Celery, 3/4 cups Chopped Carrots, 1/4 cups Diced Onion, 1 Tablespoon Fresh Minced Garlic, and more.

Yes, Tomato Basil Bisque 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tomato Basil Bisque

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