What makes this dish special
This soup is a great appetizer before any meal, or a warming alternative to coffee or tea on a cold day. It's a quick and easy recipe that uses all-natural ingredients. The roasted tomatoes give the soup a rich, deep flavor, while the basil adds a touch of freshness. The garlic, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns add warmth and complexity. The soup is also very healthy, making it a great choice for a light meal or snack. It can be served with a garlic toast for a more substantial meal.
Recipe
Ingredients: * Tomatoes: 4 large (firm and red, cut into quarters) * Garlic: 4-6 cloves * Onion: 1 small (chopped roughly) * Carrot: ½ (cut roughly) * Butter: 1 Tbsp * Oil: 1 tsp * Basil: 7-8 leaves and a couple of sprigs * Cinnamon: 1 small piece * Cloves: 2 * Whole black pepper: 5-6 * Salt: to taste * Sugar: ¼ tsp * Water: ¼ cup
Instructions: 1. In a pan, add the butter and oil and garlic. Sauté until aromatic. 2. Add the cinnamon, cloves, peppercorns, basil, onion, and carrot. Sauté for a couple of minutes, until the onion starts to turn light brown. 3. Add the tomatoes and let them roast lightly at the edges on high heat. 4. Add salt to taste. 5. Add ¼ cup of water and sugar and let it simmer for a couple of minutes. 6. Switch the flame off and let it cool. 7. Blend to a fine paste. 8. In the same pan, add this mixture (you can strain if you like, for a smoother result). 9. Adjust consistency by adding water. 10. Let it come to a boil and serve hot garnished with basil sprigs.
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