Creamy Tomato SoupIngredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cans (14.
5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 1 tablespoon dried basil) Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions:
1.
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2.
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4.
Stir in diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
Bring to a boil.
5.
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until tomatoes are tender.
6.
Puree soup with an immersion blender or in batches in a regular blender until smooth.
7.
Stir in heavy cream, basil, salt, and pepper.
8.
Cook over low heat for 5 minutes more, or until soup is heated through.
Tips:
For a creamier soup, use more heavy cream or half-and-half.
Add 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or rice for a heartier soup.
Top with grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled bacon.
Serve with a grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread.
Estimated Yield:
6-8 servings

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