Classic Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

Protein

• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 35% cream

Vegetables

• Carrot
• Celery
• Onion
• Garlic
• Diced tomatoes

Herbs & Spices

• Black peppercorn
• Oregano
• Thyme
• Basil
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic infused olive oil

Steps

• Make the chicken stock
  • Water
  • Chicken
  • Salt
  • Carrot
  • Celery
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Black peppercorn
  • Cook
• Rough / smooth grind all solid ingredients from the stock into a puree and add back into the pot
• Keep it simmering
• Add pureed tomatoes
• Blend the diced tomatoes out of a can
• Bring to a boil
• Taste
• Add dried herbs
  • Oregano
  • Thyme
  • Basil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
• Taste as You Go TM
• Once it's to desired tasting (well seasoned), simmer another 5-10 minutes
• Add drizel of garlic oil
• Last minute, turn off and stir in cream and fresh basil
• Serve with cheesy grilled cheese and a fresh sprig of basil as garnish
• Fin