Doc’s Tomato Basil Garlic Bisque

3 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 lg. onion
1 1/2 tbsp. garlic
1 1/2 tbsp. dried basil or if fresh is used, add more
4 c. chicken broth
1 c. flour
2 c. Italian plum tomatoes or 1 (2 lb.) can whole peeled or fresh tomatoes
2 tbsp. tomato paste
Pinch to 1/2 tsp. thyme leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
Saute until onions are wilted but not brown in olive oil and butter. Add garlic and saute until tender. Do not brown or burn garlic or butter. Add seasonings and all tomatoes and most of chicken broth saving about 1/2 cup to make a roux with the flour to be added near end of cooking. Simmer for 20 minutes.
Make a roux with reserved chicken broth, add to thicken. Then puree in blender. Cook 15 minutes longer. Serve with French bread or as topping for stuffed cabbage or bell peppers.
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2 Responses to “Doc’s Tomato Basil Garlic Bisque”

  1. Yayoi says:

    I realize this is slightly odd but I’m interested in hiring you to help me straighten up my mac and to pick up a few tips. I had a few genius bar sessions with you where you were very helpful. Please email me yayoi.hara@gmail.com

    Aloha,
    Yayoi

  2. sara says:

    hey! is this the your infamous tomato bisque that i missed out on allll those months ago!?

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