Smoked Tomato + Basil Bisque Recipe
Indulge in our velvety Smoked Tomato and Basil Bisque, a comforting blend of sun-ripened tomatoes slow-smoked to perfection and enriched with fragrant basil. Each spoonful bursts with rich, smoky flavor, complemented by a drizzle of creamy swirl, making it an irresistible starter or a heartwarming meal on its own.
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Ingredients
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Bisque Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Broth
Add the smoked tomatoes to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 15 minutes.
- 4
Blend the Bisque
Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.
- 5
Add Cream and Season
Return the bisque to the pot (if blended in a separate blender) and stir in the heavy cream, fresh basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Heat through for another 5 minutes.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.
