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Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque Recipe Perfect for Cozy Weather

5 from 2 votes
This tomato bisque recipe is mouth-watering good! The roasted tomatoes and peppers, paired with the herbs has so much flavor in one bite with a slight kick! It’s the perfect dish for you to curl up in a lounge chair and relax with family during cozy weather.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: tomato bisque recipe
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 stalks of celery diced
  • 1 carrot diced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ teaspoon paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped basil
  • 12 ounces fire roasted red peppers drained and diced
  • 29 ounces diced & fire roasted tomatoes with green chiles drained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 3 bay leaves
  • ¾ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • Add the olive oil and unsalted butter to a large pot and let the butter melt. Place the celery, onion, carrot, sugar, garlic powder, red pepper flakes and paprika if using, sea salt and freshly ground pepper in the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent about 5-7 minutes over medium heat,
  • Add the garlic, parsley, and basil to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Include the diced & fire roasted tomatoes with green chiles, fire roasted red peppers, chicken broth, and bay leaves in the pan. Stir to combine and reduce to medium-low heat. Cover the pot and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Use the immersion blender to mix together until smooth and creamy. Add the heavy cream and mix well.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley, basil, or additional heavy cream. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. In this recipe I used the Trader Joe’s Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles and the Trader Joe’s Fire Roasted Red Peppers. See Sam’s Pro Tips for this Fire Roasted Tomato Bisque Recipe for additional information.
  2. In the pictures, I garnished my tomato bisque recipe with parmesan cheese, additional heavy cream, and basil leaves.
  3. If you don't have fresh herbs, see Frequently Asked Questions for discussion on using dried herbs.
  4. Ingredients are listed in order of steps for this recipe.