That first cool evening in September when the air finally shifts and you just need something warm in your hands that’s exactly when Copycat Jason’s Deli Tomato Basil Bisque becomes the only answer. Velvety, rich, and deeply tomato-forward. It’s the soup that earns its place on the table.
Last fall, when busy evenings had completely drained my desire to cook anything complicated, I found myself making this on repeat and it saved the whole dinner routine. The secret is blooming the basil in butter before the tomatoes go in. That one step is what gives it that signature depth. After testing the ratios more times than I can count, this version finally nails it.
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Enjoy the cozy flavors of Copycat Jasons Deli Tomato Basil Bisque made rich and creamy. This easy dinner is perfect for a weeknight or family dinner, delivering a hearty homemade tomato basil soup experience with creamy tomato bisque goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 6 Servings 1x
- Method: Pressure Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 1 large onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 56 ounces whole tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
Instructions
- Activate the Instant Pot on sauté and melt butter with olive oil, then add diced onion, grated carrots, and minced garlic to soften and fragrant stirring for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in tomato paste and keep cooking for 2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- Pour in whole tomatoes with their juices and broth, stir well to combine.
- Seal the lid and set the valve to sealing, cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Release pressure quickly when done and blend soup with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in heavy cream, basil, salt, and pepper adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Serve the bisque in bowls with optional fresh basil or a cream swirl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1Serving
- Calories: 231kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1689mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g + 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 47mg
Why You’ll Love This Tomato Basil Bisque
Here’s the honest truth this is the soup that saved dinner more times than I can count. On those September evenings when the day has wrung you out completely, it comes together in under 20 minutes and still feels like something you made with real intention.
- Rich, velvety texture that tastes like you spent all afternoon on it
- Whole tomatoes and tomato paste layered together for serious depth
- One pot, minimal cleanup, and genuinely comforting without being heavy
- Ready faster than takeout start to finish in about 18 minutes
What Goes Into It
Every ingredient here is doing real work. The combination of butter and olive oil creates the perfect sauté base, while carrots add a natural sweetness that beautifully balances the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Whole tomatoes: Use them with all their juices that liquid is pure flavor
- Tomato paste: Cooked for two full minutes to caramelize and deepen
- Heavy cream: Stirred in after blending for that signature silky finish
- Basil: Added at the end so it stays bright and fragrant
Pro Tip: Don’t skip blooming the tomato paste in the sauté step that’s the move that sets this apart from every basic tomato soup.
How to Make It
The Instant Pot does the heavy lifting here. Set it to sauté, and you’re already halfway there.
- Sauté diced onion, grated carrots, and minced garlic in butter and olive oil for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, letting it deepen in color and flavor.
- Add whole tomatoes with their juices and vegetable or chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Seal the lid and pressure cook on high for 8 minutes, then quick release.
- Blend until completely smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream, basil, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Can You Make Tomato Basil Bisque Ahead of Time?
Absolutely and it actually gets better overnight as the flavors settle. Make a full batch on Sunday and you have dinner ready to reheat on the busiest night of the week.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
- Freeze portions before adding the heavy cream for best texture stir cream in fresh when reheating
- Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally
Simple Swaps That Still Work
After years of making this on repeat, the best advice is to keep the core technique the same and adjust around it. The sauté step and the blending are non-negotiable everything else is flexible.
- Vegetable broth keeps it vegetarian; chicken broth adds a richer, rounder base
- Swap heavy cream for a lighter pour if you prefer a less rich finish
- Fresh basil as a garnish brightens the whole bowl at the end
- A swirl of cream on top before serving makes it feel restaurant-worthy without any extra effort
FAQs ( Copycat Jason’s Deli Tomato Basil Bisque )
What makes Jason’s Deli tomato basil bisque different from regular tomato soup?
This recipe builds deeper flavor using tomato paste, whole tomatoes, and a combination of carrots and onion before blending to a silky finish. Stirring in heavy cream at the end gives it that rich, velvety bisque texture.
Can I use canned tomatoes for this recipe?
Yes – this dish calls for 56 ounces of whole canned tomatoes, added with their juices for full flavor.
How do you get that smooth creamy texture in this recipe?
Use an immersion blender after pressure cooking to blend the soup until smooth, then stir in one cup of heavy cream to finish.
What do you serve alongside this recipe?
Garnish with fresh basil or a swirl of cream as suggested in the recipe card – check your recipe card for any additional serving ideas.
Can I freeze this recipe?
This dish can be frozen, but for best results freeze it before adding the heavy cream, then stir it in fresh after reheating.
This tomato basil bisque comes together in under 20 minutes and somehow tastes like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen. The moment that immersion blender smooths everything into velvet you’ll feel it. That deep, creamy, tomato-forward richness that fills the whole house with the smell of something really good happening on the stove. You’re going to love how it turns out.
A couple of things worth keeping in mind: don’t rush the tomato paste step those two minutes of caramelizing are what give this soup its backbone. And if you’re planning ahead, freeze portions before stirring in the heavy cream, then add it fresh when you reheat. It’s a small move that keeps the texture exactly right.
If you make a batch this week, I’d love to hear how it goes drop a note in the comments or tag us in your cozy bowl photo. Did you grow up with a tomato soup that felt like home? This one has a way of becoming that recipe for someone new. Save it, share it with a friend who needs an easy win at dinnertime. Some nights just need a dinner that still feels like home.
