I have to say, I have never in my life tasted something so orgasmic and delicious! I made this for my family (non vegetarians) and everyone went CRAZY for it.
If you are looking for a healthier version of this soup, don't put the cream in or use half and half.
The combination of fresh and canned tomatoes makes for a wonderful layering of flavors. However, this recipes can be prepared with entirely fresh tomatoes or entirely canned tomatoes. Fresh basil, however, is an absolute MUST.
I enjoy eating this soup with sourdough bread. YUM!
You will need:
2 14-oz cans of peeled, whole tomatoes
8 medium size tomatoes, chopped
1 cup vegetable broth
¼ cup butter
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup fresh basil leaves
salt
freshly cracked black pepper
Directions:
1. Place the canned tomatoes, fresh tomatoes and vegetable broth in a large pot on medium-high heat, and bring to a boil. This should not take too long – the tomatoes should still have a fresh taste.
2. Carefully pour the hot broth into a large blender, add the fresh basil, and blend until you have a smooth puree.
3. Return the liquid to the large pot and turn the heat to medium low. Add the butter and cream, and stir until the butter is fully melted. (Add more or less cream to your liking)
4. Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy!
If you are looking for a healthier version of this soup, don't put the cream in or use half and half.
The combination of fresh and canned tomatoes makes for a wonderful layering of flavors. However, this recipes can be prepared with entirely fresh tomatoes or entirely canned tomatoes. Fresh basil, however, is an absolute MUST.
I enjoy eating this soup with sourdough bread. YUM!
You will need:
2 14-oz cans of peeled, whole tomatoes
8 medium size tomatoes, chopped
1 cup vegetable broth
¼ cup butter
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup fresh basil leaves
salt
freshly cracked black pepper
Directions:
1. Place the canned tomatoes, fresh tomatoes and vegetable broth in a large pot on medium-high heat, and bring to a boil. This should not take too long – the tomatoes should still have a fresh taste.
2. Carefully pour the hot broth into a large blender, add the fresh basil, and blend until you have a smooth puree.
3. Return the liquid to the large pot and turn the heat to medium low. Add the butter and cream, and stir until the butter is fully melted. (Add more or less cream to your liking)
4. Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy!
OH MY GOSH! This was the most delicious thing I have ever had. Thank you for posting!! I am looking forward to what recipe you put up next!
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