Rach on the Radio - Tomato Vodka Soup

Tomato-Vodka Soup

• 1 32-ounce container chicken stock
• A handful soft sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)
• 2 tablespoons EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, grated or finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper
• 1 cup vodka
• 1 28- to 32-ounce can crushed Italian tomatoes
• A few leaves fresh basil, torn
• 1 cup heavy cream
   
• For the Rim Rub:
• 1/4 cup celery salt mixed with 1 teaspoon. each garlic powder and sweet paprika