CREAMY TOMATO BISQUE

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This rich, creamy bisque has a wonderful old-fashioned flavor...it makes a nice accompaniment to any meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield about 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups water
4 chicken bouillon cubes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 medium fresh tomatoes, peeled and diced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/3 to 1/2 cup sherry, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring first five ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool. , Puree mixture in a food processor or blender; set aside. In the same saucepan, saute fresh tomatoes in butter for 5 minutes. Stir in flour to make a smooth paste. Gradually add cream and stir over low heat until thickened. Stir in pureed mixture and sherry if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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