Tomato Basil Bisque

• Grain-Free        
• Vegan Adaptable

Ingredients:

• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 Tbsp coconut oil
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 28oz cans whole peeled tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• (or vegetable broth or water for vegan)
• ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 Tbsp coarse unrefined salt
• 1 cup cream or Edensoy unsweetened or 1 can full-fat coconut milk (for vegan)
• Fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Method:

1. Sauté the onion and celery in coconut oil over medium-low heat until softened—just a couple of minutes. Add in the garlic and sauté another minute or so. Stir in the tomatoes, broth or water, basil, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce, and let simmer for about 10 minutes. Purée and add in the soymilk, cream, or coconut milk, and season with pepper. Turn off the heat. Stir to combine and serve with freshly chopped basil on top.

Serves 4 to 6