Lemon Bisque: The Best Comforting Soup for Homemade Meals
Lemon Bisque is a delightful and comforting soup perfect for any homemade meal, offering a burst of citrus flavor in every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then blend until smooth.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- This bisque pairs well with crusty bread.
- Adjust the lemon juice according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lemon Bisque, Comforting Soup, Homemade Soup