Tomato Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Melt 8 TBSP butter in a large saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
2. 2
   Add onion, thyme, basil, and salt and pepper to taste and cook stirring occasionally, until onion is wilted.
3. 3
   Whiz up the canned tomatoes in a food processor.
4. 4
   Add tomatoes and tomato soup and stir to blend.
5. 5
   Bring to simmer and simmer 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Place the flour in a small bowl and add about 5 tablespoons of broth, stirring to blend.
7. 7
   Stir this into the tomato mixture, add remaining broth and bring to simmer.
8. 8
   Simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
9. 9
   Add sugar and cream, simmering 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. 10
    Add remaining butter, stir to melt.
11. 11
    Serve.