Tomato Gorgonzola Soup
Description
Made easy with canned tomatoes, this soup takes its rich, sophisticated flavor from Gorgonzola cheese and a splash of heavy cream.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/4 large red onion, diced
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1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
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2 cloves cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup milk
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1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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1 1/2 cups tomato juice
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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1 teaspoon white sugar
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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.