6 pounds (3 kg) red ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges

2 cups (500 ml) chicken broth

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 carrot, cut into pieces

1/4 cup (60 ml) parboiled rice

Salt and pepper

1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh basil, chopped

Fresh basil for garnish

Olive oil, for garnish

In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients except for the basil and oil. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the basil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. In a blender, purée the soup and strain to remove the tomato seeds. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into bowls, drizzle with oil and garnish with basil leaves.

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