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Tomato and Microgreen Soup

From Statesboro Market2Go

<p>Made with fresh tomatoes, microgreens, and garlic, this soup is simply superb! Please consider leaving a picture or comment if you decide to try this recipe!</p>
Source: themightymicrogreen.com (Entered by Ariana Giddens)
Serves: Not listed


Ingredients
1 tablespoon Olive oil
1/2 cup Onion (chopped)
2 cloves Garlic (minced)
5 cups Tomato (chopped)
2 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
2 tablespoons Butter
1 tablespoon Cornstarch
OR flour
2 tablespoons Honey
1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
2 cups Microgreens
Salt & pepper to taste
Sour cream (for serving, optional)
Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)

Step by Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a stockpot, then add the onions and garlic and cook them until they start to become tender.
  2. Add the tomatoes, honey, and broth to the stockpot and cook for 20 to 25 minutes.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat stir in the vinegar, salt and pepper, and microgreens.
  4. Puree the soup with a hand blender or by carefully adding the soup to a regular blender then putting it back.
  5. Melt the butter in a small skillet, then add the cornstarch or flour and cook stirring over low heat until thickened.
  6. Slowly whisk 1 cup of soup into the skillet until smooth, then stir the mixture into the soup in the stockpot.
  7. Cook the soup over low heat for 15 minutes. Season to taste and serve with sour cream and/or Parmesan cheese if desired.