Creamy Tomato Soup

Ingredients

• 28.0 oz canned whole tomatoes
• 1.0 pieces yellow onion, diced
• 4.0 cloves garlic, minced
• 2.0 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2.0 tbsp butter
• 1.0 tbsp olive oil
• 1.0 tsp dried basil
• 1.0 tsp dried oregano
• 1.0 tsp sugar
• 1.0 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add canned tomatoes (with juice), breaking them up with a spoon.
5. Add vegetable broth, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth (or transfer to regular blender in batches).
8. Stir in heavy cream and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
10. Serve hot with grilled cheese sandwiches or crusty bread.