Tomato Bisque Creamy Soup (Printer-Friendly)
A smooth tomato bisque featuring roasted garlic and fresh herbs, ideal for comforting, flavorful dinners.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 medium carrot, sliced
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1 stalk celery, sliced
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28 ounces (1 can) diced tomatoes
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1 tablespoon roasted garlic
→ Liquids
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4 cups low sodium chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 bay leaves
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½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or basil
# Preparation Steps:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent, about 5 to 6 minutes. Add roasted garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
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Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add diced tomatoes and bay leaves. Bring mixture to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.
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Remove bay leaves. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, cool slightly and blend in batches using a countertop blender.
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Stir ¾ cup of heavy cream into the blended soup. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper. Garnish bowls with remaining cream and fresh parsley or basil before serving.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Roasted garlic imparts a rich, mellow flavor that elevates the soup beyond basic recipes. Be sure to season at the end to avoid over-salting as the soup reduces during cooking.
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If an immersion blender is unavailable, use a standard blender and allow the soup to cool slightly to prevent splattering.
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Soup can be stored refrigerated up to 4 days or frozen for up to 6 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of cream or broth if it thickens.
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Vegetarian variations can substitute vegetable broth and plant-based cream alternatives.