CONVENT GARDEN ROASTED TOMATO SOUP WITH BASIL PUREE

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i really like eating and making soup. its ace my mate at work duncan bought me the covent garden cookbook and this is my favourite soup recipe so far. I reckon you make this slimming world freindly by using spray cal or fry light instead of oil and leaving oil out of the basil puree but ill give its pure unadulterated beauty without changes i reckon. It cost me about a £5 to make and it made a lot of servings

Provided by cakeinmyface

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 lbs ripe tomatoes
7 fluid ounces extra virgin olive oil
6 large garlic cloves, crushed
4 bay leaves
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 medium onions, finely sliced
4 sticks celery, finely sliced
1 head fennel, sliced
1/2 fresh chili pepper, deseeded
2 teaspoons tomato puree
2 teaspoons sugar
1 lemon, juice of
1 pinch salt
2 1/2 ounces fresh basil leaves
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon tapenade (olive paste)

Steps:

  • preheat grill to hot hot hot. cut the tomatos in half and place cut side up on a baking sheet gril until soft and beginning to darken at edges. this took me 30min approximately when softa little dark take out and preheat oven to gas mark 5.
  • heat the olive oil with the garlic and herbs in a large saucepan. when hot add teh other veggies. cook over a moderate heat for a few minutes stirring now and then until the veg begins to soften. transfer these veggies onto a raosting tin and roast in oven til soft. it took me about 40min approximatley.
  • remove from oven and puree in liquidiser with tomatoes, lemon juice, tomato puree and sugar add water if you need to to make a smooth pouring consistency.
  • to make the baisl puree pound the basil leaves in a pestle and mortar with salt until smooth add the olive oil and vinegar and stir well. dollop a heaped teaspoon of the pureee on the soup and eat with bread and stuff yummy!

O Fisher
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Overall, I thought this soup was a great success. It was easy to make, tasted delicious, and was a hit with my family.


Joshua Coles
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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I might try using less chili flakes next time.


Illyan Ryder
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I loved the combination of the roasted tomatoes and the basil puree. It was a unique and flavorful soup.


md Emran channel
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This soup was perfect for a cold winter day. It was warm and comforting, and the flavors were spot-on.


Andy Jackson
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I still enjoyed this soup. The roasted tomatoes gave it a really nice flavor.


Kabir Bahadur
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This soup was a great way to use up some leftover tomatoes. It was easy to make and tasted delicious.


Evan Mugo
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I would have liked this soup more if it had been creamier. I might try adding some cream or milk next time I make it.


Ekraj Raj
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Overall, I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Kill Alon
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I found this soup to be a bit bland. I think it needed more salt and pepper.


Bailey Shaffer
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This soup was a little too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less lemon juice.


Junior Potgieter
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I'm not usually a fan of tomato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The roasted tomatoes gave it a smoky flavor that I really enjoyed. I will definitely be making this again.


Tariqul Islam
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This soup was easy to make and tasted delicious. I especially liked the addition of the basil puree, which gave it a nice depth of flavor.


Ali.bashir.offical Ali.bashir.offical
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the roasted tomatoes and the basil puree. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


carmen Calambrogio
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of acidity from the tomatoes. I served it with a grilled cheese sandwich and it was the perfect comfort food meal.


Naomi Villagran
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This roasted tomato soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the basil puree added a lovely freshness. I will definitely be making this again.