Basil and Tomato Soup

Basil and Tomato Soup     

 Ingredients

 2 Tablespoons oil

 1 Onion, chopped

 3 tomatoes, chopped

 1-1/2 lbs. yellow squash, chopped

 3 Cups chicken broth 

 1 Cup buttermilk

 1/4 Cup fresh basil, minced         

 Directions

  

 1. In a skillet heat the oil over meduim heat.

 2. Sauté onion until tender, about 3-5 minutes. 

Add tomatoes and continue to cook for 5-6 minutes, 

until tomatoes are soft.

 3. Add in squash and chicken broth; bring to a boil. 

Reduce heat and simmer 15-18 minutes, or until squash is tender.

 4. Spoon mixture into a blender and purée with 

buttermilk until mixture is smooth. Sprinkle in basil and stir well.