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Creamy Chilled Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque

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A refreshing and silky smooth chilled tomato bisque with roasted tomatoes and fresh basil, perfect for summer and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds fresh Roma tomatoes (firm, ripe)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed and roughly chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth if preferred)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Halve the Roma tomatoes and peel the garlic cloves. Place them on the baking sheet, drizzle with about 2 tablespoons olive oil, and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Roast tomatoes and garlic for 30-35 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized around the edges.
  4. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until translucent and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
  5. Transfer roasted tomatoes and garlic into a blender. Add sautéed onions, fresh basil leaves, vegetable broth, red wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes if using. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Optional: Pour blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer back into the saucepan for an ultra-smooth bisque, pressing with a spatula.
  7. Warm the bisque over low heat, stirring frequently. Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Heat until just warm; do not boil.
  8. Pour bisque into a container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until completely chilled and flavors meld.
  9. Serve chilled, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh basil leaves, or cracked black pepper.

Notes

Keep an eye on garlic when roasting to avoid burning. Blend while ingredients are warm for better flavor melding. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk. To lighten, use half-and-half or Greek yogurt added after cooling. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days. Freeze before adding cream for up to 2 months.

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