Ingredients
3-1/2 pounds tomatoes (about 11 medium), halved1 small onion, quartered2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper12 fresh basil leavesSalad croutons and thinly sliced fresh basil, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 400°. Place tomatoes, onion and garlic in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until tender, 25-30 minutes, stirring once. Cool slightly.
Process tomato mixture and basil leaves in batches in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a large saucepan; heat through. If desired, top with croutons and sliced basil.
