In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Add Garlic

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Combine Tomatoes and Broth

Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

Blend the Soup

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender.

Stir in Fresh Basil

After blending, stir in the chopped fresh basil and let the bisque simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve with Crème Fraîche

Ladle the tomato bisque into bowls and swirl in a spoonful of crème fraîche before serving.