Tomato Basil Soup

My mom got this recipe from a girl who was in the singles ward where my dad was bishop and is now serving her mission in Italy. She tweaked it a little. It is so yummy and so easy!

~1 T. olive oil

1 to 2 onions diced

1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (with Italian seasoning)

1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (with basil or Italian seasoning)

3 cups chicken broth

1 8 oz jar basil/pesto (the brand I found was Classico)

Salt and Pepper

1 1/2 cups half and half or 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Parmesan cheese

In a large pot, saute the onions in the olive oil for about 5 min or until soft. Add both cans of tomatoes, chicken broth, basil/pesto, and salt and pepper. Stir well. Let simmer for 20 min. stirring occasionally. Puree. Stir in the cream and serve, top with Parmesan cheese.