Tomato Bisque

Ingredients -

2 (14.5 ounces) cans Stewed Tomatoes
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 teaspoon Dried Basil

Preparation:

1. Add stewed tomatoes to stockpot.

2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. Reduce to low. Simmer 3 minutes.

4. Stir in heavy cream.

5. Stir in dried basil.

6. Simmer 3 minutes.

7. Add soup to blender. Puree. Transfer to serving bowl.

8. Serve hot.

Soup Making Tip

Stewed Tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes, diced with juices can work just as well in a tomato bisque.

Soup Making Tip

Heavy Cream

The heavy cream, while high in fat content and calories isnecessary to achive the creaminess.