Description
Creamy tomato bisque brings comfort and warmth to your table with its rich, velvety texture. Hearty Italian-inspired flavors mingle in this simple yet elegant soup, inviting you to savor each spoonful of pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Base:
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes
- 1 cup tomato paste
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop ripe tomatoes, onion, and garlic into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent flavor distribution.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, sautéing onions and garlic until translucent and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Add chopped fresh tomatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their natural juices.
- Incorporate tomato paste and sundried tomatoes, stirring continuously to blend flavors and prevent sticking.
- Sprinkle dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper into the mixture, creating a robust aromatic base.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly pour in heavy cream and whole milk, stirring gently to prevent curdling.
- Add butter and continue simmering for 15-20 minutes, allowing the bisque to thicken and develop a rich, velvety texture.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer to a standard blender to puree the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, ensuring a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs or a drizzle of cream for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Dice tomatoes uniformly to guarantee consistent cooking and flavor throughout the bisque.
- Sauté onions and garlic slowly to develop a deep, sweet underlying flavor without burning.
- Use fresh herbs if possible, as they provide more vibrant and intense aromatics compared to dried alternatives.
- Prevent cream curdling by adding dairy ingredients gradually and maintaining a low, steady heat during the simmering process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 38-50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg