Tomato Bisque with Olive

I started creating this when I wanted to add it to this website, but I didn't know what would be in it. I just asked my mom to get random ingredients when she went shopping, and I just mixed it all together and blended it, and it turned out pretty good.

How to Make It

1. 1

   Turn the stove on to about medium and drizzle some olive oil and about 1 tablespoon of butter. Let that sit until the butter is melted and it's all warmed.

2. 2

   As that melts, chop up all of your vegetables. Once it's melted, add the vegetables and broth. Add the tougher vegetables first and let them cook a little - carrots, peppers, and mushrooms first - then add the rest. Let all the vegetables lightly simmer and soften before adding the broth.

3. 3

   Once broth is added, let it simmer a little for flavor, then add the tomatoes and tomato paste and stir for a bit. Then bring it to a low boil.

4. 4

   Reduce heat and add the cream. Be careful with cream so it doesn't separate - pour in slowly, stirring as you go, and keep the heat low so it slowly cooks that creaminess in. If you see it start to separate, keep stirring and reduce heat even more.

5. 5

   Add spices in the amount you like to get to your flavor. Make sure to do some taste tests, and maybe let your favorite family member try.

6. 6

   Lastly, when the taste is right, use an immersion blender if you have one (or pour into a blender if not) and blend on low to turn all the chunks into a creamy, smooth bisque!