Rustic Irish Tomato and Basil Soup

How to Make Rustic Irish Tomato and Basil Soup at Home

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Ingredients

• 6 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 cup fresh basil
• 1 large onion
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 leaf bay leaf

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice the onion and carrot, and mince the garlic.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the diced onion and carrot to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

4. 4

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. 5

   Chop the ripe tomatoes and add them to the pot along with the vegetable stock, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh basil.

8. 8

   Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend partially.

9. 9

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.