CHUNKY TOMATO BASIL SOUP

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Found this simple recipe on the back of a can of tomatoes. I LOVE tomato basil soup, always order it in restaurants if they have it. Photo: glowkitchen.com 06-02-15

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Other Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalk(s) celery, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
2 can(s) (14.5 oz.ea.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tsp dried basil, crumbled
3 c reduced sodium chicken broth
salt and black pepper to taste
8 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add oil and saute onion, celery, and carrots until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook another minute.
  • 2. Add the diced tomatoes, dried basil, and chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • 3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
  • 4. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh julienned basil. Serve hot.

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