Rich and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe to
• 4 cups tomato juice
• 14 leaves fresh basil
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 0.5 cups butter
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Place tomatoes and juice in a stockpot over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Cook until tomatoes have softened, about 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove the pot from heat. Add basil leaves to the pot.

4. 4

   Use an immersion blender to purée soup until smooth.

5. 5

   Stir in heavy cream and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until butter is melted, about 5 minutes. Do not boil. Season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Serve hot and enjoy!