Mississippi Delta Tomato Basil Soup is bursting with pinwheel tomato slices that highlight a basil, yellow pepper, carrot and rice blend. Add cream, if desired, and serve with a grilled cheese sandwich or, more elegantly, with shrimp and feta cheese. Prepared in just 30 minutes, this southern-style tomato basil soup is sure to be a hit.
 
Ingredients:  Rice, Carrot, Onion, Celery, Shallots, Tomato, Parsley, Yellow Bell Pepper, Basil, Clove and Bay Leaf 
 
What you need:
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth (48 oz.)
1 can tomato puree (29 oz.)
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup heavy or light cream (8 oz.)
 
Cooking Instructions:
In a 3 or 4-quart non-aluminum pot*, bring broth to a boil. 
Reduce heat and stir in soup mix. Return to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
Stir in tomato puree and brown sugar.
Return to a gentle simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes.
Reduce heat and slowly stir in the cream.
Continue cooking, uncovered on low for 5 minutes, and serve!
*Aluminum reacts with the acid in tomatoes and may cause a metallic taste.