Easypantrytomatobisque Recipes

SHORTCUT TOMATO BISQUE

Steps:

• Combine soup, tomatoes (including juice) and half and half in a pot over medium heat.
• Cook until simmering (or to desired temperature) but not boiling, stirring frequently.
• If using, put a handful of grated cheese (sharp cheddar is nice) in the bowls and ladle soup over it, or sprinkle with parmesan and pepper.

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE TOMATO BISQUE

Steps:

• Heat butter in a large stock pot. Dice onion and celery and add to pot. Saute until the onion is transparent.
• Sprinkle flour over onions one tablespoon at a time, stirring in each one thoroughly with a large spoon until paste forms.
• Add garlic, diced tomatoes and basil; stir.
• Stir in tomato puree and beef stock slowly, then whipping cream. The soup should be a rose color.
• Add bay leaf and simmer on low for about 1 hour. Remove bay leaf before serving.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• 8 to 10 servings.
• Lovely served with pate sandwiches recipe #117904 for a special luncheon. Or, serve in shot glasses as a tasty first course!

TOMATO BISQUE

Steps:

• Heat the butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring, until crisp and most of the fat has rendered, about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Lower the heat to medium, add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant, about 8 minutes.
• Stir in the flour and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Pour in the broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil while whisking constantly. Tie the parsley sprigs, thyme, and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine and add to the pot. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
• When the soup base is cool, remove and discard the herb bundle. Working in batches, transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Using a sieve over a large bowl, strain the tomato puree. Return the puree to the pot and reheat over medium heat.
• Whisk the heavy cream and salt into the soup and season with pepper to taste. Divide among warm soup bowls, garnish with the crispy bacon, and serve immediately.