Nordstroms Tomato Basil Soup Recipe 55

Steps:

• In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add carrot and onion and cook until beginning to soften, 10 minutes, then add basil and cook until vegetables are completely soft, about 5 minutes more.
• Add tomatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30 to 45 minutes.
• Allow the soup to cool somewhat, then purée until smooth in a blender or food processor or using an immersion blender. Strain the purée before returning to the pot for a smoother texture.
• Add cream or tempered crema little by little over over low heat until desired texture is reached. Do not boil it! Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Steps:

• In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add carrots and onion and cook until beginning to soften, 10 minutes, then add basil and cook until vegetables are completely soft, about 5 minutes more. 2 Add tomatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20-30 minutes, or up to 45 minutes if time permits. 3 After allowing soup to cool somewhat, purée in a blender or food processor until smooth, doing so in batches if necessary. For a much silkier texture, strain the purée before returning to the pot. 4 Stir in cream little by little over over low heat, until desired texture is reached and soup is just heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Steps:

• In a large stock pot, sautee the olive oil, carrots, and onions at medium heat for 15 minutes.
• Add the basil, salt, pepper, and tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
• In a large bowl, whisk the chicken base into the water until dissolved.
• Add the water mixture to the stock pot, bring to a boil, and then simmer for 45 minutes.
• Puree the soup using a hand blender while adding the heavy cream until it reaches a thin consistency.