Tomato Basil Soup

Tomato Basil Soup

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1/2 C finely minced white onion

1 tsp finely minced garlic

2- 28oz cans crushed tomatoes

3 C chicken broth

3/4 C half & half 

1/3 C minced fresh basil

1 to 2 packets Truvia

2 tsp minced fresh parsley

1/4 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1) Heat oil in pan with onions and garlic.  Cook till tender. 

2)Add tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.  Turn down heat and simmer 20 minutes.

3) Add remaining ingredients and simmer for another 20 minutes. 

Garnish with parmesan cheese. 

I served the soup with a side of baked parmesan chicken over a salad.  To make the chicken I just brushed a little caesar dressing on the chicken tenders and sprinkled with shredded parmesan cheese.  Baked at 350 for about 20 minutes until cooked through and cheese was lightly browned.