Tomato, Basil, and Leek Soup Recipe

Ingredients (12)

• 2 pounds plum tomatoes, or 2 (16-ounce) cans whole plum tomatoes with basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 sweet onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 1 potato, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
• 1 quart vegetable broth, or water
• 1 large leek, cut in half lengthwise and chopped in 1/4-inch slices
• 2 cups fresh basil
• Sea salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Extra-virgin olive oil, for serving, optional