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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the fresh tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and set aside. Roughly chop the basil leaves. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the Tomatoes
Add the diced tomatoes to the pot, stirring to combine with the garlic. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.
- 4
Add Broth and Simmer
Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Blend the Soup
Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender in batches.
- 6
Finish with Basil and Balsamic Vinegar
Stir in the chopped basil and balsamic vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Allow the soup to sit for a few minutes to let the flavors meld.
- 7
Serve
Ladle the tomato basil soup into cups or bowls. Garnish with additional basil if desired and serve warm.