Shortcut Tomato Bisque
Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly quick to make, Shortcut Tomato Bisque is the perfect recipe for busy weeknights or cozy lunches. This rich and flavorful soup combines pantry staples like crushed canned tomatoes, dried basil, and vegetable broth with a touch of heavy cream to deliver velvety perfection in just 30 minutes. The inclusion of diced onion and garlic lends a savory depth, while a hint of sugar balances the tomatoes' natural acidity. Finished off with a smooth puree, this bisque can be garnished with fresh basil and paired with crusty bread or crunchy croutons for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Simple preparation meets sophisticated taste in this kitchen favorite, designed to warm both heart and soul! Keywords: shortcut tomato bisque, creamy tomato soup, easy homemade soup, quick dinner recipes, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed canned tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- crusty bread or croutons (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Pour in the crushed canned tomatoes and vegetable broth; stir to combine.
Season with sugar, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the bisque cook gently for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the saucepan until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and puree until smooth, then return it to the saucepan.
Stir in the heavy cream and warm the bisque over low heat for 2–3 minutes, ensuring it’s thoroughly heated but not boiling.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or croutons on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.0 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 939 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 771 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
