Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 onion, chopped
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
04 - 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
05 - 1 ½ cups chicken broth
06 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
07 - Salt and pepper, to taste
08 - 1 sprig fresh thyme
09 - ½ cup heavy cream
10 - 10 oz ravioli
11 - Fresh basil, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
02 - Add the chopped onion, celery with leaves, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in the whole peeled tomatoes and brown sugar.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, add the fresh thyme, and let it simmer partially covered for 15–20 minutes.
05 - Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender in batches.
06 - Return the blended soup to the pot, stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Add the ravioli and cook until they float to the top.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil, a drizzle of cream, and a sprinkle of black pepper.