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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Finishing Ingredients
Method
Preparation
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Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed canned tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, black pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Blending and Finishing
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Blend the Soup
After the soup has simmered, remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup in batches to a blender, blending carefully to avoid splatters.
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Add Cream and Garnish
Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.