TOMATO BASIL SOUP I

TOMATO BASIL SOUP I

“Fresh tomatoes are simmered with tomato paste, white wine and
dried basil in this quick soup’


1 tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. minced garlic
¼ cup minced onion
¼ cup tomato paste
1 quart chicken broth
1 cup diced tomatoes
2 tsp. dried basil
½ tsp. dried marjoram
¼ tsp. dried oregano
1/8 tsp. dried thyme
¼ cup dry white wine
1 bay leaf


In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook garlic and onion in oil until onion is translucent. Stir in tomato paste and cook until the color is rusty. Pour in chicken broth, and stir in tomatoes, basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme, bay leaf and wine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.

Yield: 4 servings.