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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Garlic
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- 3
Incorporate Tomatoes
Add the canned whole tomatoes (including their juice) to the pot. Break the tomatoes apart with a spoon and stir to combine.
- 4
Pour in Broth
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Cooking
- 5
Add Seasonings
Once boiling, add the dried basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Blend the Soup
After simmering, remove the pot from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender, and blend until smooth.
- 7
Stir in Cream
Return the pureed soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring gently.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Ladle the tomato bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm with crusty bread, if desired.