This is an original recipes that got such accolades after our Tomato Garden Party that I had to give it its own post. Everyone who has tried this recipe has told me they find themselves licking the bowl. Not a pretty image I know, but it does say one thing, damn good soup.
INGREDIENTS
Tomato Soup Recipe: Creamy Tomato Basil
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 (28 oz. cans crushed tomatoes) If you can find the canned Jersey Fresh Tomatoes it 's worth the extra effort.
- 10 cups tomato juice
- 1 head of roasted garlic
- 2 cups packed sweet basil leaves, torn or chiffonade
- 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/4 cups butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onion in olive oil until tender.
- Add tomatoes and juice and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Add basil and garlic and puree with stick blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and butter. Salt and pepper to taste. .
Notes
Serve with lots of crusty bread for dipping.
