Tomato Basil Soup I

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

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 73 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¼ cup minced onion
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ teaspoon dried marjoram
• ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ cup tomato paste
• ¼ cup dry white wine
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 1 cup diced tomatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.