Chilled Tomato Soup With Basil Sorbet Recipe

Name: Chilled Tomato Soup With Basil Sorbet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 onion, chopped; 1 leek, chopped; 3 to 3 1/2 lb. fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped; 1 orange rind, grated; 1 to 2 drops Tabasco; 1/2 tsp. salt; freshly ground black pepper; 2 c. water; 1 c. chicken stock; 1 bouquet garni (basil, thyme, parsley, chives, summer savory and dill); 1 1/2 c. heavy cream; 1 recipe Basil Sorbet *

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. butter
1 onion, chopped
1 leek, chopped
3 to 3 1/2 lb. fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 orange rind, grated
1 to 2 drops Tabasco
1/2 tsp. salt
freshly ground black pepper
2 c. water
1 c. chicken stock
1 bouquet garni (basil, thyme, parsley, chives, summer savory and dill)
1 1/2 c. heavy cream
1 recipe Basil Sorbet *

1
Melt butter in large saucepan.
2
Add the onion, leek and carrots.
3
Cook over medium heat 8 minutes, until soft and clear, but not browned.
4
Add chopped tomatoes, orange rind, Tabasco, salt, pepper, water and chicken stock.
5
Make a bouquet by tying herbs in a square of cheesecloth.
6
Put this in, too.
7
Cover and simmer 30 to 40 minutes over a low flame.
8
Discard the bouquet garni and set tomato mixture aside to cool.
9
When cool, puree in blender or food processor.
10
Add the heavy cream.
11
Chill.

500

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. butter, 1 onion, chopped, 1 leek, chopped, 3 to 3 1/2 lb. fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Chilled Tomato Soup With Basil Sorbet falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

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Chilled Tomato Soup With Basil Sorbet

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Variations & substitutions

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