Tomato Gorgonzola Soup

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Made easy with canned tomatoes, this soup takes its rich, sophisticated flavor from Gorgonzola cheese and a splash of heavy cream.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 large red onion, diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
2 cloves cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup milk
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups tomato juice
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Directions

1 Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, pepper, and garlic; cook and stir 4 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
2 Add the cheeses, cream, and milk; heat mixture until cheeses melt and the mixture is simmering.
3 Stir in the tomatoes (including their liquid), tomato juice, basil, sugar, and pepper. Continue to simmer mixture for 15 to 20 minutes while stirring constantly. Do not boil.