Calling recipes

This is going to be a new thing. I know a lot of you love to cook and try new foods so we've decided to post a new recipe every week or so. If you have any recipes that you would love to share please email them at righteoussisterhood@gmail.com . The first comes from our lovely friend Suzanne.

NORDSTROM’S TOMATO SOUP*

*with adaptations by Suzanne Johnson

2 Tbsp. olive oil

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 carrot, chopped

1 can (28 ounces) whole, peeled tomatoes

1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

3 Tbsp. tomato paste

2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

1 bay leaf

1 to 2 cups cream, room temperature

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Fresh Basil, thinly chopped

*I added 1 cup of Libby’s brand pumpkin for added texture and fiber

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, celery and carrot and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Add whole tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until carrots are very tender, about 30 minutes. Add cream, as desired. With an immersion blender (or you can use a regular blender), puree soup until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

*Mini grill cheese sandwich croutons are a fun accompaniment to this dish as well! Just prepare grill cheese sandwiches your favorite way then cut into 1-inch squares. Serve soup hot, topped with a few sandwich croutons per serving. Deliciously divine!