Rich tuscan tomato soup with cheese croutons
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
25g butter
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
39g packet oxtail soup
400g can Italian seasoned tomatoes
400g can diced tomatoes in juice
2 cups water
¼ cup chopped sundried tomatoes
400g can cannelini beans
Peel onion and chop finely. Crush garlic, peel and chop finely. Heat butter in a large saucepan. Add onion, garlic, basil and oregano. Cook for one to two minutes, stirring often. Add oxtail soup, Italian and diced tomatoes and water. Bring to the boil, stirring often. Add sundried tomatoes and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain beans, rinse and add to soup. Serve soup with Cheese Croutons. Serves 4 Cheese Croutons ½ French bread stick 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese Cut bread into large cubes. Place on a baking tray and sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 200 degrees C for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden.
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