TOMATO AND FENNEL SOUP

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Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound (about 2 medium) fennel bulbs, chopped, fronds discarded
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup Pernod liqueur (optional)
1/2 bunch fresh dill, stems removed (1/4 cup trimmed)
1 tablespoon celery seeds
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
2 quarts vegetable stock
3 pounds ripe tomatoes, or 3 cups canned peeled whole plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter (optional)
Salt to taste

Steps:

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the fennel and cook, stirring, until it starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the celery, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring, 5 minutes longer to allow the flavors to blend together. Carefully add the Pernod. (Caution! It could flame up.) Add the dill, celery seeds, and pepper. Add the vegetable stock and tomatoes, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let simmer for 40 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat. Process the soup, in batches, in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal chopping blade until smooth. Add the butter, if desired, and stir until melted. Taste and check the seasoning, adding salt if needed.

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ParkashSonani Pk

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This soup was a disaster! The fennel was overpowering and the croutons were soggy. I would not recommend this recipe.

Naran tuya Erdenezaya

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This soup was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's because I used canned tomatoes. I'll try it again with fresh tomatoes next time.

Kulsoom Bibi

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I'm not usually a fan of fennel, but I really enjoyed this soup. The fennel flavor was subtle and well-balanced with the tomatoes.

Novem San

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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique and flavorful taste.

Yuvaraj Chhetri

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This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of tomatoes and fennel, and the croutons added a nice touch.

Maleek Rakeed

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This soup was a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the flavors of tomato and fennel. The fennel added a unique and slightly sweet flavor that complemented the tangy tomatoes perfectly. I also loved the addition of the croutons, which added a nice

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