Creamy Tomato Soup

Equipment

• Large heavy pot
• Wooden spoon
• Immersion blender

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and lightly golden.

   ⏱ 7 min

2. 2

   Add the garlic and tomato paste. Cook, stirring and scraping the bottom, until the paste darkens to brick red and begins sticking in spots.

   ⏱ 4 min

3. 3

   Add the tomatoes with their juices, broth, basil, salt, and pepper. Break up the tomatoes with the spoon and bring to a simmer.

   ⏱ 4 min

4. 4

   Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat until the onion is very tender and the flavors are blended.

   ⏱ 15 min

5. 5

   Remove the pot from the heat. Blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth, keeping the blade submerged to prevent splashes.

   ⏱ 3 min

6. 6

   Return the pot to low heat and stir in the cream. Warm gently without boiling, then taste and adjust the salt and pepper.

   ⏱ 3 min