Tomato and Garlic Soup
Recipe courtesy Sara Moulton
Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 large onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
3/4 (28-ounce) can peeled plum tomatoes, drained, crushed
6 tablespoons plus 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Thinly sliced fresh basil, for garnish
Directions
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat. Add
onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 25 minutes. Add minced garlic and
cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, and 6 tablespoons of grated Parmesan
cheese. Simmer soup uncovered 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season, to taste, with salt
and pepper.