Gourmet Garlic Roast Tomato Soup

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   Cut the large tomatoes in half and gently squeeze to remove most of the seed and juice.

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   Soak the anchovy in warm water to soften and remove excess salt.

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   When softened, peel the filets from the bones and chop one finely for the soup.

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   Heat a suitable pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

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   Add the garlic, anchovy and chili flakes and saute for aroma.

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   Add the onions and cook, stirring regularly, until the onions become soft and brown.

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   Add the tomatoes, bring to a simmer and reduce the heat.

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   Stir regularly until the tomatoes completely break down.

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   At the same time, toss the cherry tomatoes in the virgin olive oil, season them with salt and pepper, and then roast in a hot oven on a baking sheet until they begin to burst open then add them to the pot.

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    When the tomatoes have completely broken down, add the basil and stir into the soup.

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    Puree the soup in a blender and then strain through a fine sieve to remove seeds, skin, etc.

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    Finally, season to taste with salt and pepper and finish with a touch more virgin olive oil to smooth the texture.

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    Prepare the garlic cream by combining the garlic and cream in a small pot and bringing to a boil.

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    Reduce the heat and simmer until the cream is reduced in volume to about 1/3 of original volume and the garlic cloves are very soft.

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    Remove from the heat and strain through a small fine sieve, forcing the cloves of garlic through with a spoon or spatula.

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    Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    To serve, heat the soup and ladle into four warm bowls.

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    Drizzle the garlic cream over the soup in a decorative pattern and sprinkle a bit of Parmesan cheese over the top.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.