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In a large pot add the olive oil and bring to medium heat. Chop onion and garlic. |
2. |
Add to pot and sauté in olive oil. Add the basil, oregano, or any Italian spice mix to the pot and mix. |
3. |
After onion and garlic is sauteéd for about 5 minutes add tomatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Add salt and pepper. |
4. |
Bring to a boil for about 15 minutes. Turn off the stove and let it cool for about 5 minutes. |
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After the soup has cooled for a bit, put into a blender or blend (in the pot) with a handmixer till smooth. |
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Put it back in the pot if you used a blender. Add soy milk if you like it creamy. |
7. |
Reheat soup till hot and serve. |
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Note: my son loves this and would suggest his mommy's turkey bacon BLT sandwiches as an accompaniment. |