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Creamy Tomato Bisque

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A rich and velvety tomato bisque bursting with flavor, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 2 sprigs of thyme
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • 15 ounces crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 3–4 tablespoons heavy cream (or as much as needed)

Instructions

  1. Warm olive oil over medium-high heat in a pot. Add salt, thyme sprigs, garlic cloves, chopped parsley, and chopped basil. Cook for about one minute.
  2. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and sugar. Lower the heat to medium and simmer.
  3. Let it cook gently for 30 minutes. Then remove the thyme sprigs and garlic cloves.
  4. Lower the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly. Blend the soup until creamy.
  5. In a small pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Gradually whisk in heavy cream until the mixture is creamy.
  7. Slowly pour the roux into the soup while whisking continuously to thicken.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving with fresh herbs or croutons.

Notes

This bisque pairs well with a grilled cheese sandwich or a simple green salad.

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Find it online: https://lunarecipez.com/creamy-tomato-bisque-soup-recipe/

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