CREAMY GARDEN BISQUE

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This is the soup to make when your garden starts to yield its bounty.All these fresh veggies have just got to be good for you! Use fat-free half and half instead of the heavy cream to make this even healthier!Originally from an October 1984 issue of Bon Apetit in an article featuring Indian Summer Menus.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
2 large onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 bunch fresh parsley, stems of
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme, crumbled
1 quart rich chicken broth, preferably homemade
1 teaspoon salt
3 ears corn, husked
3 large carrots, peeled and diced
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/4 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/3 inch pieces
1/3 cup heavy cream
fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, minced (or parsley, marjoram, or thyme)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Stir in next 6 ingredients.
  • Cover and cook until vegetables are light brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Mix in stock and salt and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover partially and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Strain; discard solids and return soup to pan. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool, cover and refrigerate.).
  • Scrape corn into bowl, using knife.
  • Bring soup to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
  • Add carrots and boil 5 minutes.
  • Add green beans and pepper and boil 5 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and boil 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and corn and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in cream and pepper; taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Heat until soup is hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with herbs and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.9, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 38.4, Sodium 983.1, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 10.2, Protein 8.6

Md Arman Malik
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This soup is amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Amber Bailey
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


daniela lage
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful, I could eat it every day.


Nilani Rucinika
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Humble Boy
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I love how this soup is healthy and delicious.


Namakula Fatumah
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This soup is the perfect comfort food.


Sabur Mamun
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I've made this soup several times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Jefferson Perkins
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I'm not a big fan of creamy soups, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and delicious.


SOHAIB FF
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Damon Fogley
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Diamond Kounkai
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This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover vegetables.


Joyce Dunn
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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so smooth and velvety.


JON RUDY
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This soup is so versatile. I've made it with different vegetables, and it's always delicious.


usman arshad
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I added some shredded chicken to my soup, and it was even better! The chicken added a nice protein boost, and it made the soup even more filling.


Fousana Firos
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This is the perfect soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the creamy texture is so comforting.


Filo Gee
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I love how easy this soup is to make. I was able to throw it together in no time, and it turned out so delicious.


sylvia mccutchen
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This creamy garden bisque was a hit with my family! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, and the soup was perfectly creamy. I will definitely be making this again.