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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Chop the Vegetables
Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Tomatoes
Core and roughly chop the ripe tomatoes.
- 3
Prepare the Broth
Measure out the vegetable broth and set aside.
Cooking
- 4
- 5
Add the Tomatoes and Broth
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Season the Soup
Add salt and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-30 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.
- 7
Blend the Soup
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, blending until smooth, then return to the pot.
- 8
Add the Basil
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Soup
Ladle the soup into bowls or cups. If desired, drizzle with heavy cream and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for garnish.