Tomato Bisque II

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 26, 2007

I have made this several times and it is really, REALLY good. I have played around with it using half-and-half sometimes and cream others. I prefer using cream, because I like it creamy. I would definitely recommend using at least whole milk, and not going below that. Otherwise, it would be too watery, and not at all like a true Bisque. Also, I use canned tomatoes. Two 28 cans work perfectly. Last night I used crushed tomatoes, because it was what I had, and the boyfriend loved the bits of tomato, but I have also used tomato sauce, and I think I prefer the smoothness of it. Either way, it is a fantastic recipe, and fun to play with. It seems to come out great however you manipulate the ingredients!

—BLUE4MYEYES

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 19, 2007

I followed others advice to use 2 28 oz. cans of crushed tomatoes. Much more tomatoes are required for the ratio of the white sauce added. After I added the white sauce, there was hardly any tomato flavor there. I'd recommend halving the amount of milk (really a white sauce. The recipe also needed more seasonings like garlic and a lot more basil.

—Lori LaRocca

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Dec 18, 2003

Very good. However, I did not use fresh tomatoes. Too much work. I used 2-16oz cans of diced tomatoes and 1- 16 oz can of tomato sauce. Also, make sure you use whole milk or half and half, 2% / skim won't cut it. I also bumped up the sugar to cut the sharpness. Turned out to be thick and creamy, very filling!

—YBRICK423

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Feb 02, 2005

This soup was wonderful. I did not have fresh tomatoes so I used (2) large cans of crushed tomatoes and a can of petite diced tomatoes. I also used half & half. It tasted like something from a restaurant.

—Traci.K

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Sep 09, 2008

I love, love this recipe! I do not have a food mill, so I peeled and seeded the tomatoes, then used my hand blender to puree. So good, thank-you!

—bostoncook

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Jan 05, 2004

We thought this recipe was excellent. I used canned crushed tomatoes instead of fresh and 2% milk. It's also even better if you add a little more fresh pepper and sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top just before serving.

—Tracy Dixon

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Nov 05, 2006

Loved It!! I may never buy canned tomato soup again. I used two large cans of crushed tomatoes (processed 1 can in the food processor). I used 3 cups of 1% milk and 1 cup of whipping cream. I also added more sugar, basil and threw in some garlic. I will definitely make again.

—Jenni

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Nov 13, 2007

Excellent! I made this the day before I hosted a luncheon, then reheated the soup in a covered soup pot (as in a ceramic pot with a lid) inside the oven. I think it tasted better the day I served it, since the flavors had 24 hours to blend nicely. Had some soup left over, it freezes well. Used canned tomatoes, but want to try fresh next time.

—Zuperbre

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Nutrition

Calories
420 kcal
21%

Carbohydrates
31.8 g
10%

Cholesterol
81 mg
27%

Fat
28.5 g
44%

Fiber
3.1 g
12%

Protein
11.7 g
23%

Sodium
1288 mg
52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Tomato Bisque II

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 420
Calories from Fat: 256

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.5g 44 %
** Saturated Fat 17.8g 89 %
Cholesterol 81mg 27 %
Sodium 1288mg 52 %
Potassium 933mg 26 %
Total Carbohydrates 31.8g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 3.1g 12 %
Protein 11.7g 23 %
** Sugars 20.8g
Vitamin A 61 %
Vitamin C 49 %
Calcium 40 %
Iron 13 %
** Thiamin 32 %
Niacin 33 %
** Vitamin B6 18 %
** Magnesium 20 %
** Folate 37 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.