Tomato Basil Soup (Low Sodium But Not Low Flavor) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon morton lite salt
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons homemade pesto sauce or 2 tablespoons bottled pesto sauce
1/2 cup cream (optional)

Preparation

Melt the butter in a large skillet. When the butter begins to bubble, add the onions and saute until tender and translucent.
Add the seasonings, tomatoes, and broth. Simmer with the onions for 20 minutes.
Blend the soup in two batches until smooth.
Stir in the pesto and cream (if using). Return to low heat for 5 minutes. Serve.