MUSHROOM TOMATO BISQUE

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After tasting a similar soup in a restaurant, I tinkered around with a few recipes at home and this was the result. The recipe might seem complicated, but it's really not. And I love the blend of flavors. -Connie Stevens Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1/3 to 1/2 cup tomato paste
Pinch sugar, optional
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Place tomatoes cut side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush with 3 tablespoons oil. Combine garlic, salt, basil, oregano and pepper; sprinkle over tomatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are well browned. , Cool slightly. Place tomatoes and pan drippings in a blender. Cover and process until blended; process 1 minute longer. , In a large saucepan, saute mushrooms and onion in remaining oil for 5-8 minutes or until tender. Stir in broth, tomato paste, sugar if desired and tomato puree. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in cream. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 35g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.