CHEESIEST TOMATO SOUP

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Excellent tomato soup served with warm rolls, biscuits, and fresh salads.

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Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

2 (28 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes
5 cups chicken broth
3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
1 pinch dried thyme
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a blender or food processor, puree tomatoes with liquid until smooth. Pour into a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in broth, cheese and tomato paste. Season with parsley, basil, tarragon, thyme, salt and pepper. Simmer 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted and smooth and flavors are well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 711.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g