Classic Tomato and Basil Soup

Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
35 Min

Ready In:
45 Min

Original Recipe Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 tomatoes - peeled, seeded and diced
• 950 ml tomato juice
• 14 leaves fresh basil
• 235 ml heavy whipping cream
• 115 g butter
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place tomatoes and juice in a stock pot over medium heat. Simmer for 30 minutes. Puree the tomato mixture along with the basil leaves, and return the puree to the stock pot.
2. Place the pot over medium heat, and stir in the heavy cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper. Heat, stirring until the butter is melted. Do not boil.

Nutritional Information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 473 | Total Fat: 45.4g | Cholesterol: 143mg