CREOLE TOMATO AND FENNEL SOUP

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Provided by Food Network

Yield Makes 4 quarts, enough for 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 large Creole or vine-ripened tomatoes, 6 cored and roughly chopped, 2 cored, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 large head of fennel, leaves removed and discarded, stems roughly chopped, bulb cut in medium dice
2 small onions, 1 roughly chopped, 1 cut in medium dice
1 medium head garlic, cloves peeled, half the cloves minced, half sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 quarts chicken stock
1 cup fresh basil leaves, cleaned

Steps:

  • Combine the roughly chopped tomatoes, fennel stems, roughly chopped onion, and minced garlic in a large pot over high heat, season with salt and pepper, and cover. The liquid released from the vegetables as they are heated makes oil unnecessary. Keep an eye on them as they cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chicken stock and simmer for about 15 minutes. Puree with a hand-held blender or in a blender or food processor for about 30 seconds. Add the basil and process until the mixture is smooth but still a bit thick. Strain through a medium sieve, pushing through excess pulp but discarding large pieces of tomato skin.
  • Place the diced tomato, fennel bulb, diced onion, and sliced garlic in a large soup pot and cook over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Add the strained liquid, bring to a simmer, and adjust the salt and pepper.

Chane Swartz
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes, and it's so flavorful.


VK
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The recipe is very easy to follow, and the soup turned out great! I will definitely make it again.


boro vai
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Melissa Napper
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes. This one definitely fits the bill! The flavors are amazing.


Enyihor Chinedu
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I also added some leftover chicken, and it turned out great!


Kawsar Xan
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this soup. The fennel and cayenne pepper really balance out the tomato flavor.


BD Muhammad
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This is one of my favorite soup recipes. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mohammad Alhassan
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or proteins to change up the flavor.


Abubakr Adams
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are so comforting.


Waseem Kumbar
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I'm not usually a fan of fennel, but I really enjoyed it in this soup. It added a nice depth of flavor.


Shrinil Odedra
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I especially love the way the fennel and tomatoes play off of each other.


Salu Shaban
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I love the unique flavor of this soup. The fennel adds a subtle sweetness that really complements the tomatoes. And the cayenne pepper gives it just the right amount of heat.


Fawad Ullah
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Habasha
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This Creole Tomato and Fennel Soup is a must-try! The rich flavors of the tomatoes, fennel, and spices blend together perfectly. I especially love the slight kick from the cayenne pepper. It's the perfect soup to warm you up on a cold day.