Tomato-Broccolini Soup

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    Tomato-Broccolini Soup
    • 4Servings

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)
    • 1 small carrot, chopped
    • 2 small ribs celery, finely chopped
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or marjoram
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1 28 ounce can diced or whole fire-roasted tomatoes
    • 1 14 1/2 ounce can stewed tomatoes
    • 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
    • 2 bunches Broccolini, cut into 2 1/2-inch florets
    • 8 - 10 basil leaves, torn
    • Grated pecorino-romano cheese, for topping
    • Crusty bread, for serving

    Preparation

    In a medium soup pot, heat the EVOO, 2 turns of the pan, over medium heat. Stir in the carrot, celery, onion, garlic and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Cover the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add the diced and stewed tomatoes and the chicken stock and bring to a simmer; cook until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

    Meanwhile, bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the Broccolini and cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.

    Using an immersion blender, puree the soup. Stir in the Broccolini and basil; season with salt and pepper. Serve with lots of cheese and bread.