Smooth, rich tomato soup made with char-roasted tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of cream. This elevated comfort food classic offers deep, smoky flavors.

Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque

Author

Belly Knows Best

Prep Time

60 minutes

Yields

1 serving

Last Updated

February 5, 2025

Ingredients:

  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Medium Onion (chopped)
  • 1 Carrot (chopped)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (chopped)
  • 3 tbsp All Purpose Flour
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 cans (14 ½-ounce) Diced Fire-Roasted Tomatoes (drained)
  • 3 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 tsp Sugar
  • ¼ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • Salt & Pepper (to taste)
  • 1 Celery Rib (chopped)

How to Cook:

  1. Melt the butter in a 4-quart saucepan. Add celery and onions.
  2. Allow the onions and celery to cook for a few minutes until they turn semi-translucent.
  3. Add the flour to the pan to make a roux.
  4. Let the roux mixture cook for 5-7 minutes over low heat (the flour should begin to smell a little like bread).
  5. Don't let the roux get dark or burn.
  6. Heat the stock in another saucepan.
  7. Add the stock to the roux, using a wire whip, and mix well.
  8. Add the tomatoes and seasonings and allow to simmer for 15- 20 minutes.
  9. If you have an immersion blender after the bisque has simmered, use your immersion blender to puree as much of the product as possible.
  10. You can also transfer it to a food processor or blender, just be very careful with the hot bisque.
  11. After you have either used an immersion blender or food processor, strain your bisque to remove all the bits and pieces of celery, onions, and tomatoes.
  12. Return the bisque to the pot and add the heavy cream and fold in the shredded cheddar.
  13. At this time if the bisque appears to thick you can either add more vegetable stock, milk, or just plain water.
  14. Taste the soup and re-season if necessary, then allow the soup to simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes.

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