Chef Tyler’s Basic Bisque

Are you ready to elevate your soup game to new heights? Say hello to Chef Tyler’s Basic Bisque. This delightful concoction combines the richness of heavy cream, the depth of San Marzano tomato sauce, and an array of aromatic herbs and spices. This recipe is a testament to the beauty of simplicity, showcasing how a handful of fresh, quality ingredients can come together to create a bowl of pure comfort and flavor.

Here’s the recipe:

• 4 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups stock or broth
• 6 shallots
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 stalks of celery
• 1 carrot
• 2 teaspoon marjoram
• 2 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• 2 teaspoons fresh basil
• 2 cups San Marzano tomato sauce

In a large stock pot, sweat* shallots, garlic, celery, and carrots until soft and the shallots are translucent. Add all fresh herbs and dried spices and toast** for 10 seconds. Add all liquid and cook to reduce, then add any seasonal vegetables and reduce to 4 cups. Blend to make a delicious bisque.

(*sweating is cooking with gentle heat in a bit of oil or butter, stirring often, to evaporate the emitted liquid and produce tender, sometimes translucent pieces. Toast means to make the herbs and spices warm and crisp by applying heat).