Cream of Tomato and Basil Soup

Name: Cream of Tomato and Basil Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 6 pounds (3 kg) red ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges; 2 cups (500 ml) chicken broth; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 carrot, cut into pieces; 1/4 cup (60 ml) parboiled rice; Salt and pepper; 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh basil, chopped; Fresh basil for garnish; Olive oil, for garnish

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Preparation 20 MIN

Cooking 25 MIN
Servings 6
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Ingredients
Preparation

Ingredients

6 pounds (3 kg) red ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
2 cups (500 ml) chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 carrot, cut into pieces
1/4 cup (60 ml) parboiled rice
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh basil, chopped
Fresh basil for garnish
Olive oil, for garnish

Preparation

In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients except for the basil and oil. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the basil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. In a blender, purée the soup and strain to remove the tomato seeds. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into bowls, drizzle with oil and garnish with basil leaves.