Fresh garden tomatoes make this soup extra delicious and healthy. When I want it more hearty, I add mini pasta. This recipe mimics one of my favorite soups served at Zuppa's, a local organic soup and salad restaurant.
3 T. olive oil
1/4 cup butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
12-15 fresh tomatoes, peeled an chopped
3-4 cups chicken broth
1/2 c. fresh basil leaves
3/4 tsp. salt
pepper to taste
1/2 c. whipping cream
Saute onion in buter and olive oil. Cook for 7-8 minutes until tender. Add garlic, tomatoes, chicken broth, basil leaves, salt and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and puree mixture in a blender or food processor. Return to saucepan and bring to a simmer. Stir in whipping cream. If desired, add any type of small pasta (precooked).
*To peel tomatoes, dip them in boiling water for 30 seconds. Skin should easily peel off.
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