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Heat olive oil in a soup pot and soften the chopped onion, carrot and celery, stirring so they do not scorch.
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Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
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Stir in canned tomatoes with their liquid, basil and a measured two cups of broth; bring to a simmer, cover and cook about twenty minutes or until the carrot is tender.
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Stir in coconut milk, turn off the burner and blend using a hot-liquid-safe method and the equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
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Return to gentle heat, season with salt and pepper, and warm through before serving; do not boil vigorously.