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Chunky Tomato-Basil Bisque
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6 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves, coarsely chopped
3 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
In a large saucepan, saute the celery, onion and red pepper in butter for 5-6
minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Reduce
heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the
basil, sugar, salt and pepper; cool slightly. Transfer half of the soup mixture
to a blender. While processing, gradually add cream; process until pureed. Return
to the pan; heat through (do not boil).
Yield: 5 servings.
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