ROASTED TOMATO SOUP WITH FRESH BASIL

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Roasting really brings out the flavor of the tomatoes in this wonderful soup. It has a slightly chunky texture that shows it's fresh and homemade. -Marie Forte, Raritan, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

3-1/2 pounds tomatoes (about 11 medium), halved
1 small onion, quartered
2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 fresh basil leaves
Salad croutons and thinly sliced fresh basil, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place tomatoes, onion and garlic in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until tender, 25-30 minutes, stirring once. Cool slightly., Process tomato mixture and basil leaves in batches in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a large saucepan; heat through. If desired, top with croutons and sliced basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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