Fresh Bread and Tomato Soup
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Health Score:
79 / 100
Difficulty:
easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
20 min.
Preparation
ready in 55 min.
Ready in
Ingredients
for
6
- Ingredients
- 2 Tbsps good quality olive oil
- 1 onion (peeled and finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (finely chopped)
- 5 fresh, ripe Tomatoes (rinsed and diced)
- 1 jar roasted Red pepper (drained and chopped)
- 2 cups chicken stock (or broth)
- 3 cups stale, crustless Italian Bread (cubed)
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup fresh, packed Basil
- 2 tsps sugar
- coarse salt (to taste)
- freshly ground Black pepper (to taste)
- For Basil and Cream Garnish
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup Sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh Basil
Preparation steps
1.
In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the onion and cook, stirring frequently for about six minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and chicken broth. Cover partially and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the tomatoes have cooked down.
2.
Add the bread, vinegar, 1/2 cup basil and sugar. Stir well and cook, mashing the bread until it is fully incorporated. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Puree contents of pot in a blender or food processor. Season with salt and pepper; to taste. Chill in the refrigerator, if desired. Can be served cold or hot.
3.
For Basil and Cream:
4.
Stir heavy cream and sour cream together. To serve, divide between bowls and top with basil leaves and a dollop of cream. Season with salt and pepper; if desired.
