Roasted Tomato Soup with Basil

By kimfitz

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 pounds tomatoes (about 11 medium)
• 1 small onion, quartered
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 2 Tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 12 fresh basil leaves
• Julienned fresh basil leaves for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Place tomatoes, onion and garlic on a large greased cookie sheet with sides.
Drizzle with oil.
Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat.
Roast 25 to 30 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Cool slightly.
Process tomato mixture and fresh basil leaves in batches in food processor or blender.
Transfer to a large saucepan; heat through.
Top with julienned basil.