Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

Ingredients

2

tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

2

medium carrots, finely chopped (1/2 cup)

1

small onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)

1

clove garlic, finely chopped

6

large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped (6 cups)*

1

can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1/4

cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves

1/2

teaspoon sugar

1/4

teaspoon salt

Dash of pepper

Preparation

In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook carrots, onion and garlic in oil about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned.

Stir in tomatoes. Cook uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook uncovered about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.

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