Soul Satisfying Tomato Bisque
By: Layne Diehl
Published: Friday, December 17, 2010 - 5:23pm

Ingredients




1 large can (28 oz) tomato sauce
2 cups chicken bouillon
2 garlic cloves minced
1 small onion diced
1 cup diced celery
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground cracked black pepper
1 cup shredded white sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup freshly crumbled bacon

Preparation

1 Combine sauce and bouillon in a medium size cooking pot. 2 Heat onion and celery in butter until translucent. 3 Puree onion and celery mixture. Add to soup. Add salt and pepper. 4 Warm soup slowly on medium low, stirring slowly but frequently until just bubbly. 5 Add cream and stir until well combined. 6 Pour soup into individual bowls. 7 Top with 1-2 T shredded cheese and bacon bits.

About


This recipe is great when it's cold outside and you want something healthy to warm you up.  A loaf of french bread and a side salad are excellent compliments.  Also, you can add a bay leaf if you like a little more spice.