Quick and Easy Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque Recipe

Are you looking for an easy and delicious dinner recipe? Look no further than this quick and easy chunky tomato-basil bisque recipe! This hearty and flavorful soup is full of chunky tomatoes and fresh basil. 

It has a unique and delicious flavor that your whole family will love. Not only is this chunky tomato-basil bisque easy to make, but it’s also sure to be a hit with everyone who tastes it.

Ingredients For Making Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque Recipe

With just a few simple ingredients. you can whip up a delicious chunky tomato-basil bisque that is sure to become a favorite.

•  2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
•  4 cloves garlic, minced
•  2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
•  2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
•  2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
•  2 teaspoons sugar
•  Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

How to Make Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque?

Here’s a step by step process to make a Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque recipe.

1. Take a large pot and heat it over medium-high heat. 
2. Then add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the diced onions. 
3. Stir until lightly golden, about 4 minutes.
4. Cook for an additional minute after adding the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
5. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and tomato paste to the pot and stir until mixed. 
6. Reduce the heat to low after bringing the mixture to a boil. 
7. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft.
8. Use an immersion blender to puree the Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque until it becomes smooth. 
9. To make the soup smooth, you need to blend or food process it.
10. Add the cream (if using) and chopped basil leaves to the soup and simmer for extra 5 minutes.

Serve the Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque with fresh chopped basil leaves. A drizzle of olive oil, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese (it is optional).

Notes For Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque

This chunky tomato-basil bisque is perfect for a quick and easy dinner. As it takes less than 45 minutes to make! When preparing. you may wish to add a pinch of red pepper flakes to give the soup an extra kick of spice. 

For a more filling meal, you could add cooked diced chicken or shrimp. You can add some freshly chopped basil leaves right before serving to make the bisque taste better. If desired, garnish each bowl with extra fresh basil leaves, shredded Parmesan cheese, and/or croutons. 

Enjoy!