Tomato Bisque

Name: Tomato Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: Tomato Bisque Ingredients:; 3 pounds Roma tomatoes; salt and pepper to taste; ¼ cup + 3 tablespoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 5 cloves garlic minced; 1 large yellow onion diced; ⅓ cup red wine Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Syrah, etc.; 1 quart canned, diced tomatoes; ½ teaspoon dried ground thyme; 1 cup fresh basil roughly chopped; 4 cups water; ½-3/4 cup heavy cream; Optional Toppings:; chopped, cooked bacon; chives or green onions chopped; homemade sourdough croutons

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

1h 20m

Total Time

1h 35m

This creamy and savory Tomato Bisque is made with Roma tomatoes, garlic, and onions, all simmered in red wine and seasonings. Topped with heavy cream, fresh basil, and optional bacon or croutons, this comforting soup is perfect for a cozy night in.