Tomato and Basil Soup by Seeking Good Eats

– 3 tbsp butter
– 3 tbsp olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 ribs celery, diced
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 1- 1/2 cups fresh basil, diced
– 1 tbsp fresh oregano, diced
– 1 bay leaf
– 2 tbsp tomato paste
– (2) 28 oz can whole or diced tomatoes (or 3 to 4 lbs fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded. Cut into chunks)
– 1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
– 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp pepper
– 1-1/2 cups parmesan cheese grated
– 1/2 cup whipping cream
– 6 tbsp parmesan cheese, greate
– 3 tsp. fresh basil
– sprinkle of garlic powder

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 50 min
Total Time: 1 hour