Tomato Soup inspired by Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by @sarah_licious_eats

A wholesome and cozy soup that's as red as Rudolph's nose! Brew up a batch and settle in for soup season.

 2 tbsp Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
 28 oz (1 can) Colavita whole peeled tomatoes
 14 oz (1 can) Colavita cherry tomatoes
 1 cup onion, chopped
 4 cloves garlic, diced
 2 bay leaves
 1 cup vegetable stock
 8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
 1 tsp salt
 1 tsp pepper
Garnish with:
 Parmesan cheese
 Croutons
 Fresh Basil

1

To a large pot add Colavita extra virgin olive oil, onions, garlic, bay leaves, salt and pepper.

2

Sauté until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.

3

Add Colavita whole peeled tomatoes and Colavita cherry tomatoes.

4

Simmer for 5 minutes on medium to low heat.

5

Remove from the stove and allow soup to cool down before blending together.

6

Blend soup mixture until smooth and then transfer back to the pot.

7

Bring soup back to simmer and add fresh basil leaves.

8

Serve immediately and top with grated parmesan cheese, croutons and basil.