Tomato Cheddar Soup

Step 1

Puree tomatoes in a blender or food processor until they’re very smooth.

Step 2

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot until melted, and then add onions.Cook your onions until they’re translucent, about ten minutes.

Step 3

Add garlic, cook for one minute. Add tomato paste, stir.Add pureed tomatoes, broth, thyme, sugar, salt and pepper, and paprika, and dill.

Step 4

Bring to a boil, then let simmer for 30 minutes.Remove the sprig of thyme.

Step 5

Using an immersion blender or regular blender (be sure to lift the lid SLIGHTLY to let steam escape), blend the soup until very smooth.

Step 6

Add cheese and cream, stir well until cream is incorporated and the cheese begins to melt.Serve on its own, or top with crackers or croutons and more fresh dill!