Mamu's Chunky Tomato Basil Bisque Soup |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 180 Minutes |
Ready In: 210 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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I experimented and utilized several versions to come up with this recipe. It is widely enjoyed by family and neighbors. I use only Muir Glen tomatoes because they are so rich and thick. Ingredients:
1/2 cup celery, chopped |
3/4 cup onion, chopped |
1/2 cup carrot, chopped |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2 tablespoons butter |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
28 ounces muir glen diced tomatoes |
24 ounces v- 8 vegetable juice |
6 ounces muir glen tomato paste |
28 ounces muir glen crushed tomatoes |
16 ounces muir glen tomatoes |
16 ounces chicken broth |
kosher salt |
crushed pepper |
1 bay leaf |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
2 -3 tablespoons fresh basil, snipped |
1 pint light cream or 1 pint half-and-half cream or 1 pint fat-free half-and-half |
2 -3 ounces heavy cream (optional) |
4 ounces cream cheese |
Directions:
1. Saute the veggies in butter and olive oil combo until softened. Add tomato ingredients and spices. Simmer for 3 to 6 hours. Adjust thickness with more chicken broth or tomatoes.
2. About 5-10 minutes before serving, add the cream and cream cheese.
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