Tomato & Basil Bisque Recipe
Make Tomato & Basil Bisque Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Herbs and Seasoning
Finishing Touches
Method
Preparation
- 1
Sauté Vegetables
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 2
Cooking the Bisque
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the canned tomatoes (with juice), vegetable broth, sugar, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Add Herbs
Stir in the chopped fresh basil and red pepper flakes. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Blending and Finishing
- 6
Blend the Bisque
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and blend in batches.
- 7
Add Cream
Return the blended bisque to the pot over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- 8
Serve
Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your Tomato & Basil Bisque!