CREAM OF TOMATO SOUP WITH RICE AND BASIL

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This delicious version of an old favorite is full of tomato flavor and is sure to brin gback memories of home. If you have really good flavorful ripe tomatoes, use them in place of canned tomatoes. Otherwise, canned tomatoes offer the best flavor and consistency.

Provided by Stinkerbell

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/4 cup basil, chopped
28 ounces canned plum tomatoes
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon basil, chiffonade (shredded basil)

Steps:

  • Sweat the onions and garlic in a little olive oil until translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the broth, fresh basil and tomatoes, reserving some of the juice from the tomatoes.
  • simmer until everything is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree the soup with a handheld blender, or in batches in a food processor or countertop blender.
  • Return the pureed soup to a low simmer.
  • Gently simmer the heavy cream before adding it to the soup, then use the reserved tomato juice to adjust the final consistency.
  • Add the rice just before serving.
  • Serve the soup in preheated soup cups or bowls and garnish with the chiffonade of basil.

Balaram dhungel
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I can't wait to try this soup!


Mercykikata Kikata
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This is a great recipe for beginners.


Lori Gifford
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I'm going to make this soup again and again.


Aneeb Ansar
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This soup is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables or herbs you like.


Murtaza Khan
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I added a little bit of cayenne pepper to the soup for a little bit of a kick.


Nkalubo Henryvick
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I made this soup with brown rice and it was just as good as with white rice.


MD Ismail Hossain
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Brooke Francis
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I'm not a huge fan of tomato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Tanjina Shifa
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Trekker Dragon
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I love the way the basil adds a fresh flavor to the soup.


Frederick Mthembi
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sahin mia
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


kb walid
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This is the best cream of tomato soup I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the rice and basil add a nice touch.