Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAmerigo Italian RestaurantSoup And Salad Recipe

Soup And Salad Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Shrimp Bisque or soup of the day | Caesar or Spring Mix salad

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Ingredients

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Shrimp Bisque Ingredients

Method

Shrimp Bisque Directions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Shrimp and Tomato Paste

    Stir in the shrimp and tomato paste, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp starts to turn pink.

  3. 3

    Simmer with Stock

    Pour in the fish stock or vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Blend the Soup

    Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.

  5. 5

    Finish with Cream and Seasoning

    Stir in heavy cream, salt, black pepper, paprika, and lemon juice. Heat gently without boiling.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with chives.

Caesar Salad Directions

  1. 7

    Prepare the Lettuce

    Chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.

  2. 8

    Add Toppings

    Top the lettuce with croutons, shredded Parmesan cheese, and anchovy fillets if using.

  3. 9

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  4. 10

    Season and Serve

    Sprinkle with black pepper and serve immediately.

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