Gluten Free Dairy Free Tomato (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

→ Soup Base

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 onion, chopped
03 - 1 carrot, chopped
04 - 1 stalk celery, chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Flavor Enhancers

06 - 1 15-ounce can of chopped tomatoes
07 - 2 cups vegetable broth (or one 14.5-ounce can)
08 - Handful fresh basil
09 - 1 13.5-ounce can of coconut milk
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add onions, celery, and carrots. Saute for 5-6 minutes until softened and onions are translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and saute for an additional minute.
03 - Add chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, and basil. Bring to a rapid boil, reduce heat, and cover the pan. Simmer for 20 minutes.
04 - Remove lid and slowly add coconut milk. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until creamy. If using a standard blender, blend soup in batches until smooth.
05 - Return the soup to the pan and heat through over medium-low heat for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For best results when freezing, omit the coconut milk and add it when reheating.
02 - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.