Creamy Tomato Bisque Soup

 

Ingredients:

• 2/3 canned tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 diced onion
• 2 diced carrots
• 1 tbsp fresh basil
• 3 diced celery stalks
• 3 minced garlic
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
• Ground black pepper
• Salt
• 12 oz water / broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

1. Heat sauce pan over medium heat and melt butter.
2. Add onions, celery, carrots and garlic. Cook for 6-8 minutes.
3. Add tomatoes, spices, water or broth and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. Once done, turn stove off.
5. Blend mixture with immersion blender until smooth. ( Be careful if using blender )
6. Add heavy cream, salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve with grilled cheese.