Rich and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

By TrayH

"The secret to the richness of this soup is to use real butter, fresh basil leaves, and heavy cream. Please do not substitute, or you will not have the same high quality end result." — MARBALET

Ingredients

• 2 large cans (28 oz/each) San Marzano peeled tomatoes
• 2 cups tomato juice
• 20 leaves fresh basil (more if you like)
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup butter
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

* Place tomatoes and juice in a stock pot over medium heat.

* Simmer for 30 minutes.

* Puree the tomato mixture along with the basil leaves, and return the puree to the stock pot.

* Place the pot over medium heat, and stir in the heavy cream and butter.

* Season with salt and pepper.

* Heat, stirring until the butter is melted. Do not boil!