Best Bisque Recipes

Attempted by many, perfected by one, Texas-based Bob’s Steak & Chop House Executive Chef Sean Merchant has mastered the art of a true lobster bisque. This steakhouse classic has graced the menu since Bob’s first opened its doors in 1993. Stewed for three hours with a little T.L.C., heavy cream, sherry, brandy, nutmeg and lobster – the delectable delight pairs perfectly with a buttery Chardonnay or an earthy Cabernet Sauvignon and can be devoured year-round by way of spoon or a classic, hot piece of sourdough bread.

Like most Welsh rarebits, this Dark Ale Welsh Rarebit is quite the heavy comfort food. Save it for a dismal, rainy day when you need a little bit of extra energy from a savory meal.Since 1991, the creative masterminds of Le Basque have executed some of the most elaborate and groundbreaking event productions in South Florida and across the map. Building a reputation for unparalleled service with true style and savoir-faire, Le Basque offers full-service catering and production design under the helm of Alejandro Muguerza, Jim Mozina, and Ian Perris. Le Basque proudly serves many high-profile and private clients. Such prestigious figures include President Barack Obama and President Clinton, international fashion houses including Cartier and Yves St. Laurent, and global conglomerates UBS and Sotheby’s.

This is easy-to-make soup uses water instead of stock. Pears, winter squash, and apple cider all appear on farm stands at about the same time, and their varying degrees of sweetness have a natural affinity for one another. Curry powder adds an exotic kick and helps balance the sweetness of the other ingredients. Recipe courtesy of chef Vitaly Paley.

This is a soup for onion lovers. Caramelized onions, leeks, and shallots (or only onions if you prefer) are puréed with chicken stock and then combined with sherry, sautéed onion, and a splash of cream at the end. What makes it so delicious are the fried leeks—and the Gruyère crostini, a contemporary interpretation of the typical (and often too heavy) cheese topping on many onion soups. Pass any extras at the table. They’re yummy! — Soups for Two by Joanna Pruess Click Here for More Soup Recipes

Recipe Courtesy of Dr. Josh Axe, DNM, DC, CNSTis the season for soup. After all, nothing’s more comforting on a cold night, and nothing’s easier to prepare. This soup combines two squashes—acorn and butternut—in a dish that’s satisfying and also super healthy. Not only is butternut squash full of vitamin A and C, but it also yields a creamy consistency that is often hard to create without using actual cream.You may also be surprised to find ginger and cinnamon in this recipe. In addition to adding great flavor, they are health-boosting, warming spices that have been used in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine to improve digestion and heal the body for thousands of years.Combine those ingredients with gut-healing bone broth (I recommend chicken bone broth, though regular veggie broth works, too), and you have a dish that’s equal parts comforting and nourishing. -Dr. Axe