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Homemade Tomato soup

Created by Dot on January 24, 2023

4 tablespoons ghee ,butter or olive oil.
1 extra large onion diced.
1 cup carrots thinly sliced( or.one red bell pepper sliced }. I like to use both.
2 pounds fresh tomatoes or one 28oz can of diced tomatoes., (San Marzano are good.)
1 cup water plus 1-2 bouillon cubes chicken or veggie, broth works well also.
2 tablespoons honey or sugar.
1 teaspoon salt , to taste.

Step 1: Heat butter in a heavy pan over medium heat .Add onions and saute until soft, about 3-4 minutes. add carrots sand saute 3-4 minutes longer until onions are golden.
Step 2: Add tomatoes, water, bouillon cubes,( or broth honey)- or sugar , salt and pepper.
Step 3: Stir ,increase heat and bring to a simmer cover then lowed heat to low , to a simmer .Simmer 10 to 15minutesuntil tomatoes have broken down and carrots are tender.
Step 4: Using an immersion blender ,blend the soup adding the basil.
Step 5: Stir in cream ,adjust salt and cayenne.
Step 6: Whisk in sour cream if you like.