La Madeleine-Style Tomato Basil Soup

This version uses minimally refined, wholesome ingredients for a richer, cleaner flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp organic avocado oil
  • 1 cup diced organic yellow onion
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 lbs organic Roma tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped (or 28oz can of organic diced tomatoes)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup organic heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp raw honey
  • Salt and cracked black pepper to taste

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Instructions

  1. Heat the avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the tomatoes, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until completely smooth (if using a standard blender, work in batches and vent the lid to safely blend the hot soup).
  6. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, raw honey, and fresh basil.
  7. Season with additional salt and black pepper as desired before serving warm.

FAQ

Why replace dried herbs with fresh ones?

Fresh herbs are packed with more nutrients and volatile oils that enhance the flavor compared to dried herbs.

What is the nutritional benefit of using coconut or almond cream in place of heavy cream?

Using coconut or almond cream reduces saturated fat content and provides healthier unsaturated fats and additional vitamins and minerals.

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