Tomato and Garlic Soup

Ingredients

• 28 ounce canned tomatoes crushed peeled drained canned
• 6 cups chicken broth 
• 4 servings basil fresh thinly sliced for garnish
• 4  garlic cloves minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
• 2 large onions finely chopped
• 6 tablespoons parmesan freshly grated

Equipment

• bowl
• ladle
• pot

Directions

1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 25 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
4. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, and 6 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer soup uncovered 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
5. Ladle soup into bowls.
6. Sprinkle with thinly sliced basil and remaining Parmesan.