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Tomato Basil Soup

Prep 10 min · cook 30 min · lunch, dinner · good for leftovers

soupvegetariancomfortnut-free

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 ½ lb crushed tomatoes (2 can)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 slices bread
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

    Method

    1. Soften the onion in butter and oil, add garlic, tomatoes, broth, sugar and salt and simmer for 20 minutes.
    2. Add the basil and blend smooth. Stir in the cream.
    3. Top the bread with cheddar and grill until bubbly, then serve alongside.