Tomato and Fresh Basil Soup

A pungent soup with fresh tomatoes.

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan until foaming. Add the onion and cook gently for about 5 minutes, stirring until the onion is softened but not brown.

Step 2

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and garlic, then add the broth, white wine, and sun-dried tomato paste, with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, half-cover the pan, and simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep the tomatoes from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 3

Process the soup with the shredded basil in a blender or food processor, then press through a strainer into a clean saucepan.

Step 4

Add the cream and heat through, stirring. Do not allow the soup to approach the boiling point. Check the consistency and add more broth if necessary, then season with salt and pepper. Pour into heated bowls and garnish with basil. Serve at once.