Smoked Tomato Bisque w/ Goat Cheese Crema & Herb Oil Recipe

Prepare the Soup

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute.

Add Tomatoes and Broth

Add ripe tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until tomatoes are soft.

Blend the Soup

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Stir in chopped fresh basil and adjust seasoning as needed.

Make the Herb Oil

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, chopped fresh herbs, and minced garlic. Mix well and set aside.

Prepare Goat Cheese Crema

In a medium bowl, beat together goat cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.

Serve

Ladle the bisque into bowls, drizzle with herb oil, and top with a dollop of goat cheese crema. Enjoy!