CHUNKY TOMATO-BASIL BISQUE

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Make and share this Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AngelaTN

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3/4 cup basil leaves, coarsely chopped
3 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, saute the celery, onion and red pepper in butter for 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Add tomatoes and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in basil, sugar, salt and pepper; cool slightly.
  • Transfer half of soup mixture to a blender.
  • While processing, gradually add cream; process until pureed.
  • Return to pan; heat through but do not boil.

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