Perfect for grilled cheese, or serve with grated parmesan, croutons, and garlic bread. Makes 6 servings.
4 tbs (half a stick) butter or similar
1 onion cut into large wedges (cut in half and then cut each half in three pieces)
2 28-ounce cans whole peeled, diced, or crushed tomatoes - don’t drain
2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken stock
1 cup water
1 15-ounce can of white or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
salt, black pepper, and fresh basil to taste
Melt the butter over medium heat in a large pot. Add the onion wedges, water, stock, tomatoes, beans, and basil to the pot. Simmer, uncovered for 40 minutes. Stir occasionally and add salt and pepper to taste.
Add to a blender/food processor/whatever you have and blend until smooth to your preference. Make sure the top of your blender is secure or you will splatter your entire kitchen. Not that I’ve done it, that’s just what the people tell me.