Easy Creamy Tomato Soup

Thick rich and full of tomato flavor, and takes only minutes to make --- use good quality Italian canned crushed tomatoes for this, it really makes a taste difference, I also like to add in about 15 minced fresh basil leaves :)

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
• 1  pinch crushed red pepper flakes (to taste) (optional)
• 1⁄2-1  teaspoon seasoning salt or 1⁄2-1  teaspoon  white salt
• 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 -2  teaspoon sugar
• 3⁄4-1  cup  whipping cream, unwhipped
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
•  crouton (optional)

Directions

1. In a large saucepan bring the crushed tomatoes, chili flakes, broth and seasoned salt to a boil over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes stirring occasionally.
3. Add in sugar, cream and butter; cook until butter is melted and all is combined.
4. Season with black pepper to taste.
5. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with croutons.