"Heirloom Tomato Bisque is a velvety, rich soup that showcases the nuanced flavors of heirloom tomatoes, enhanced with aromatic herbs and a touch of cream, creating a comforting and elegant dish."
Heirloom Tomato Bisque
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 1hr
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 3 pounds chopped heirloom tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large diced onion
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped basil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
Method
Step 1
Prepare the Tomatoes: Thoroughly wash and chop the heirloom tomatoes.
Step 2
Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a large pot, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Cook the Tomatoes: Add the chopped tomatoes. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and start to break down.
Step 5
Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 45 minutes.
Step 6
Add Basil and Blend: Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
Step 7
Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot until smooth, or use a regular blender and blend in batches if necessary. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
Step 8
Stir in Cream: Return the blended soup to the pot (if using a regular blender) and stir in the heavy cream. Heat through, but don’t bring to a boil.
Step 9
Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and ground black pepper. Serve the bisque hot, garnished with freshly chopped basil and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.