Tuscan Tomato Basil Bisque like Safeway

2 tablespoons butter or extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, with liquid
1/4-1/2 cup roasted garlic tomato paste
2 cups vegetable or organic chicken stock
2-2 1/2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
Salt and ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 to 1 1/4 cups nonfat half-and-half or nonfat yogurt
Several dashes of Tabasco or other hot pepper sauce

In a large saucepan, saute onions and garlic in butter or oil over medium-low heat until soft and golden. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken stock, butternut squash, salt, pepper, basil and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Partially cover and simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until squash is fork-tender. Puree the soup in a blender, then pour back into the saucepan. Stir in nonfat half and half or yogurt, splash in the hot pepper sauce, and taste for seasoning. Heat the soup just to a boil, then ladle into bowls. Garnish with sliced basil leaves or minced parsley.


Serving Size: 4

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ASARIEL_BOUND.