Tomato Bisque Recipe
🍅 Tomato Bisque 🍅
Description:
This delightful Tomato Bisque is a lighter rendition of the classic Tomato Crème, omitting rice and reducing the fat content. With its vibrant flavors and velvety texture, this recipe ensures a successful and satisfying meal every time.
- Cuisine: European
- Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: European, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 277.1
- Fat: 21.3g
- Saturated Fat: 10.1g
- Cholesterol: 220.8mg
- Sodium: 217.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.8g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 9.7g
Ingredients:
- 1 leek
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 lbs tomatoes
- 8 cups water
- 4 vegetable bouillon cubes
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Croutons (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare some liquid vegetable stock by boiling the water and adding the vegetable bouillon cubes. |
| 2 | Cut the leek and sauté it in butter until softened. |
| 3 | Add sliced tomatoes to the leek and cook for 10-15 minutes until they start to break down. |
| 4 | Stir frequently and then add the prepared vegetable stock. Cook slowly for 1 hour to develop flavors. |
| 5 | Pass the soup through a sieve to remove any solids. |
| 6 | Transfer the soup back to the pot and boil for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| 7 | Skim off any foam that forms on the surface. |
| 8 | A few minutes before serving, whip the egg yolks and milk together until frothy. |
| 9 | Gradually add 2-3 spoonfuls of hot soup to the egg mixture while whisking continuously. |
| 10 | Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the soup, whisking constantly. Pass through a sieve if desired. |
| 11 | Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. |
| 12 | Serve hot, garnished with croutons if desired. |
Serving:
- This Tomato Bisque is best served hot, straight from the stove.
- For added texture and flavor, top with crunchy croutons just before serving.
Tips:
- Be sure to pass the soup through a sieve after blending to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- To make it even lighter, you can substitute part of the milk with low-fat yogurt.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your homemade Tomato Bisque! 🥣🍅
