HOLLY'S HOMEMADE TOMATO SOUP WITH CROUTONS

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This is the best! My close friend Holly would bring this over to me when I was recovering from a long illness. It took me 2 years to talk her into giving me the recipe, so guard it with your life, it's hard to come by!

Provided by 1 Cookin Texan 1954

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 slices bacon, diced
2 (6 ounce) cans tomatoes, pasted
5 tomatoes, diced
1/3 cup flour
6 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
salt and pepper
6 slices French bread, cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Soup;.
  • Saute' bacon, onion and garlic until onions are clear.
  • Add tomatoes and cook 10 minutes.
  • Place in a large stockpot and stir in flour,chicken stock, tomato paste and seasoning.
  • Cook for 35 minutes.
  • Puree' and add cream right before serving.
  • Croutons;.
  • Mix together and brown in a single layer on a cookie sheet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 44.6, Sodium 875.7, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 11.1, Protein 16.3

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