Chilled Tomato and Corn Soup
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs tomatoes (preferably heirloom), peeled, seeded, and chopped
- Kernels cut from two ears of fresh corn
- 2 TBS red wine vinegar
- 3 TBS extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Combine tomatoes, corn, vinegar, and olive oil in food processor. Puree to semi-smooth liquid, and slowly add water to reach desired consistency. Season to taste, and chill at least 6 hours, or overnight. To serve, ladle into bowls, and top with finely chopped basil. 4 servings.