Basil Tomato Soup

By Cindy_Wicker

Ingredients

• 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
• 18 to 20 fresh basil leaves, minced
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup butter

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring the tomatoes and broth to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add basil and sugar. Reduce heat to low; stir in cream and butter. Cook until butter is melted. Yield: 9 servings.

Nutritional Facts
1 serving (1 cup) equals 214 calories, 20 g fat (12 g saturated fat), 63 mg cholesterol, 410 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein.