TOMATO FENNEL BISQUE

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A very flavorful soup good as a first course for a special dinner. Guests will rave about it. Bonus, very low fat. If you chose to use vegetable broth this can be vegetarian.

Provided by annconnolly

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb plum tomato, quartered
1 (14 ounce) can reduced-fat chicken broth (vegetable if you prefer)
1 large fennel bulb, coarsely chopped (2 C)
1 large onion, chopped (1 C)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon savory
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, broth, fennel, onion, garlic, savory and pepper in a large saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  • Simmer, covered 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  • Put 1/2 the mixture in a processor and blend until smooth.
  • Strain to remove tomato seeds and skins.
  • Return to saucepan repeat with remaining mixture.
  • Heat through.
  • Garnish with parsley or chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.9, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 40.5, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 2.2

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