Best 7 Artichoke Bisque Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of artichoke bisque, a creamy and luscious soup that captures the essence of this Mediterranean delicacy. This culinary masterpiece is an explosion of flavors, featuring tender artichoke hearts simmered in a velvety broth infused with aromatic herbs, velvety cream, and a hint of tangy lemon. Served with crusty bread or crispy croutons, this soup is a symphony of textures and tastes. Additionally, discover a collection of tantalizing variations that elevate the classic artichoke bisque to new heights. Embark on a culinary journey and savor the richness of roasted red pepper artichoke bisque, the subtle smokiness of grilled artichoke bisque, and the delightful fusion of flavors in artichoke and spinach bisque. Each variation promises a unique gustatory experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ARTICHOKE TOMATO BISQUE



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Tomatoes and roasted sweet red pepper pair up to create a fabulous base for this herb cream soup. Serve it as a first course at dinner parties and you'll be amazed at the compliments you receive. -Doty Emory, Jasper, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon each dried thyme, basil and oregano
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons sherry
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or 2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a blender, cover and process tomatoes and peppers until pureed. In a large saucepan, saute the onion, garlic, thyme, basil and oregano in butter and olive oil until onion is tender., Add the broths, artichokes, cream, milk, sherry, cilantro and tomato mixture. Bring to a simmer; cook for 10-12 minutes. , In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually add to saucepan. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until thickened; add Creole seasoning and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ARTICHOKE BISQUE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 Roma tomatoes
1 red bell pepper
4 whole artichoke hearts, on skewer
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup cream
Several sprigs cilantro, leaf only, chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
Suggested garnishes are Cotija or Manchego cheeses, toasted pumpkin seeds or pine nuts.

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill.
  • Coat the tomatoes, bell peppers and artichoke hearts lightly with oil, place on grill just away from the hottest spot. Turn occasionally with tongs to sear all surfaces. Remove to a dish to let cool. Reserve any juices that accumulate.
  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic with butter over medium heat, stirring. In a food processor, small chop the grilled vegetables. In saucepan with onion/garlic mixture, add vegetable stock, cream, grilled vegetables, and cilantro. Bring to simmer, stir to heat evenly. Combine cornstarch and water in a small separate bowl. Slowly add to saucepan while stirring to combine. The sauce will thicken slightly in 1 to 2 minutes to desired consistency. Add more cornstarch or water if necessary.
  • Add salt, dash with pepper, to taste. Serve with suggested garnishes, if desired.

ARTICHOKE-BLUE CHEESE BISQUE



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Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
1/3 cup vermouth
2 8-ounce packages frozen artichoke hearts
3 cups low-salt chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 ounces)
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add vermouth and simmer until all liquid evaporates, about 4 minutes. Add artichokes, broth, and thyme. Simmer until artichoke hearts begin to fall apart, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Cool slightly. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Pour soup into saucepan. Stir in cream and blue cheese. Simmer over medium heat until cheese melts and soup is smooth, whisking constantly, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with chives and serve.

CREAMY ARTICHOKE BISQUE



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Make and share this Creamy Artichoke Bisque recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TheHeavenlyHeatherly

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts
1 (8 ounce) can diced potatoes
1 cup cream cheese
1/4 cup pasta sauce
garlic powder or fresh pureed garlic
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Stir the cream cheese, cream of chicken soup (plus 1 cup water if can directions call for it) over medium heat in a medium sized pot.
  • In a skillet, cook your potatoes in a tablespoon of oil or butter until lightly golden. Season will garlic and salt and pepper then set aside.
  • Use your skillet to cook the artichoke hearts in a tablespoon of olive oil for about 5-7 minutes or until lightly golden.
  • In a food processor (I used the Magic Bullet) puree about half of the artichoke hearts with the tomato pasta sauce. Chop the rest of the artichokes into small chunks.
  • Add artichokes and potatoes to your soup pot and stir until all ingredients are mixed and cream cheese is melted.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let cool and enjoy!

OYSTER & ARTICHOKE BISQUE



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Make and share this Oyster & Artichoke Bisque recipe from Food.com.

Provided by scott miller

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 9 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter
1 small onion, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
3 cloves garlic, diced
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
3 cups half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
24 ounces oysters, drained
2 (14 ounce) cans artichoke bottoms, chopped
1/4 cup dry sherry

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a sauce pot.
  • Add the onion, celery, and garlic; saute for 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Whisk in the flour and stir for 3 minutes.
  • Add the milk and heat until thickened.
  • Stir in the half and half and seasonings.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce the heat, add the oysters and artichokes.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes, then add the sherry.

ARTICHOKE AND BLUE CHEESE BISQUE



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Something a little different for blue cheese lovers.

Provided by MJodyH

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Bisque Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
½ onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons vermouth
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and liquid reserved
1 cup chicken broth, or as needed
¼ cup blue cheese salad dressing

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and thyme in the melted butter until onion is slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add vermouth; cook and and stir until liquid is evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour liquid from artichoke hearts into a measuring cup; add enough chicken broth to equal 1 1/2 cup.
  • Transfer onion mixture to a blender and top with drained artichoke hearts; blend, adding chicken broth mixture as needed, until mixture is smooth. Pour artichoke mixture back into the pan and mix in remaining chicken broth mixture and blue cheese dressing. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until bisque is heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 793.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

OYSTER & ARTICHOKE BISQUE



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Provided by Cheryl P

Categories     Chowders

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 Tbsp flour
16 oz butter
6 c beef stock
2 chopped celery ribs
3 large onions, finely chopped
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
1/4 tsp thyme
2 cloves minced fresh garlic
2 can(s) artichoke hearts, 14 ounces each, undrained
10 oz oysters, raw with juice
salt and pepper
1/4 tsp hot sauce
1 c dry white wine
4 oz light cream
2 Tbsp parsley, minced
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the butter in a heavy pot and add the flour.
  • 2. Over a low heat cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 3. Slowly add the stock and when well mixed, add the celery, onions, green onions, bay leaves, thyme and garlic.
  • 4. Let this simmer for 45 minutes.
  • 5. Chop the artichoke hearts fairly fine and then add to the pot along with the artichoke water.
  • 6. Add oysters and their juice.
  • 7. Cook at a low simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • 8. Add salt and pepper to taste, the hot sauce, wine and cream and bring to a simmer.
  • 9. Do NOT boil.
  • 10. The bisque is now ready to serve.
  • 11. Sprinkle a bit of parsley over the bisque in each plate.

Tips for the Best Artichoke Bisque:

  • Select the best artichokes: Choose artichokes that are heavy for their size, with tightly closed leaves and no signs of bruising or discoloration.
  • Prep the artichokes properly: Cut off the stem and about an inch of the top of each artichoke. Remove the tough outer leaves until you reach the pale green, tender leaves. Use a spoon to scoop out the fuzzy choke from the center of each artichoke.
  • Use a flavorful broth: Chicken broth or vegetable broth can be used to make artichoke bisque, but for a richer flavor, try using a combination of chicken broth and vegetable broth.
  • Don't overcook the artichokes: Artichokes should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked artichokes will become mushy.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: Artichoke bisque can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, such as garlic, onion, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper. You can also add a splash of white wine or lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
  • Garnish before serving: Before serving, garnish the artichoke bisque with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Artichoke bisque is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed as a starter, main course, or side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover artichokes. With its creamy texture, delicate flavor, and beautiful green color, artichoke bisque is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, give artichoke bisque a try!

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