Tomato Fennel Bisque

Submitted by Smurfetta Chef #427781

"A very flavorful soup good as a first course for a special dinner. Guests will rave about it. Bonus, very low fat. If you chose to use vegetable broth this can be vegetarian."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb plum tomato, quartered
• 1 (14 ounce) can reduced-fat chicken broth (vegetable if you prefer)
• 1 large fennel bulb, coarsely chopped (2 C)
• 1 large onion, chopped (1 C)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon savory
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper

directions

1. Combine tomatoes, broth, fennel, onion, garlic, savory and pepper in a large saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
3. Simmer, covered 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4. Put 1/2 the mixture in a processor and blend until smooth.
5. Strain to remove tomato seeds and skins.
6. Return to saucepan repeat with remaining mixture.
7. Heat through.
8. Garnish with parsley or chives.