Tomato Basil Beef Soup

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Ingredients:

• 30 ounces organic diced tomatoes (fire-roasted adds an even richer flavor)
  
• 1 cup coconut milk, canned (full fat)
• 1 Tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 pound ground beef, preferably grass-fed and grass-finished
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chicken broth, preferably homemade
• 1/4 cup basil leaves, chopped

Directions:

Add diced tomatoes and coconut milk to a blender and blend until smooth. Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add coconut oil and saute onions until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Drain fat. Stir in minced garlic and salt. Pour in tomato/coconut milk mixture and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer 10-15 minutes. Mix in fresh basil. Serve and enjoy!

Freezing Directions:

Let soup cool completely. Pour into freezer bag, lay flat and freeze. To serve: Thaw. Reheat in microwave or on stove.

Servings:

4