Creamy Tomato Soup With Crispy Croutons

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   Saute diced onion in 2 Tbsp. hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat 8 minutes or until tender; add minced garlic, and saute 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high; stir in chopped tomatoes and chicken broth, and bring mixture to a boil. Simmer, stirring often, 10 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Allow tomato mixture to cool 10 minutes; stir in Brie pieces until melted.

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   Process soup with immersion blender until smooth.

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   Cook soup over medium-low heat until thoroughly heated. Stir in salt, pepper, and, if desired, chopped fresh basil. Serve with Crispy Croutons.

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   *2 (3-oz.) packages cream cheese may be substituted for Brie.

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   Note: For testing purposes only, we used Alouette Creme de Brie.

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   Crispy Croutons: Thinly slice 1 French bread baguette. Brush cut sides with olive oil; place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Bake at 350u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden. Prep: 5 min., Bake: 10 min.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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