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Basil Tomato Soup
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Show:  East Meets West With Ming Tsai
Episode:  Cooking for the Kids
1 large red onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon brown sugar
4 cups whole Roma tomatoes, diced
5 cups chicken stock
1 cup picked basil leaves
Salt and black pepper. to taste

In a large saucepan and a little oil, caramelize the onions, ginger and sugar. Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Add the stock and simmer on low heat until very soft, at least 20 minutes. Add the basil and puree. Check for seasoning.

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Recipe Summary
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Yield: 4 servings

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