Satisfying Tomato Soup

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I love making tomato soup from scratch, but most recipes i have found call for way too much onion and/or spices. This version has just the right amount for our family, so i thought i'd share it. It tastes wonderful with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese too.

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Steps

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Warm oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.

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Add onion and celery , stirring constantly , until tender , about 2-4 minutes.

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Stir in remaining ingredients.

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Bring to a boil , reduce heat and simmer uncovered , about 10 minutes.

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Puree soup using an immersion blender , or cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender.

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Return to pan and heat through.

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Ingredients

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oil, onion, celery, diced tomatoes, chicken stock, brown sugar, salt, basil, oregano, pepper