Creamy Tomato Soup

STEP 1: COOK ONION. In a deep pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and cook the diced onion until translucent.

STEP 2: SAUTE GARLIC & PEPPER. Add the crushed red pepper and garlic and sauté until fragrant (15-20 seconds).

STEP 3: ADD LIQUIDS & TOMATO. Add the chicken stock, heavy cream, butter, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste, and bring to a simmer for 10-15 minutes.

STEP 4: ADD BASIL. Add lightly packed, chopped basil to pan.

STEP 5: BLEND. Transfer everything to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.

STEP 6: SERVE. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil, heavy cream, and fresh chopped basil.