Classic Basil & Tomato Soup Recipe

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Tomato Soup Ingredients:

1.5 kg fresh red tomatoes, chopped, deskinned and crushed

3 cups chicken broth

1/2 cup chopped white onions

1 tsp chopped garlic

1/2 cup cream

1/3 cup minced fresh basil

2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped fine

1/4 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 tsp olive oil

Tomato Soup Directions:

1. In a nonstick pan add the olive oil and heat it. Now add onions and garlic and let them sauté for a minute or two on medium heat.
2. Add chicken broth and tomatoes to the sautéed garlic and onions. Bring the contents to a boil and then simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes.
3. Turn off the heat and let the mixture rest for about an hour. Make sure the mixture cools down before the next step.
4. Blend the mixture into a fine puree using a blender.
5. Pour the entire mixture into a saucepan, add basil and all the remaining ingredients. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes.
6. Tomato basil soup is ready to be served!

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