Cream of Tomato - Basil Soup

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   Heat oil in heavy saucepan.

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   Add shallots and garlic and saute over med-low heat 2-3 minutes -- be careful not to burn garlic.

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   Stir in broth, water, tomatoes and basil (if using fresh basil you will add it later).

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   Add salt and pepper.

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   Heat cream till just warm (either on stove top in a separate sauce pan or in microwave) then stir into tomato mixture.

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   Bring just to a boil; immediately reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.

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   If using fresh basil, stir in at this point.

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   Do not allow soup to boil.

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   Serve immediately.

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    **Note** We like a smoother soup so I usually send the canned tomatoes through the blender or food processor before adding them to the mixture.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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