Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  12      whole         fresh tomatoes
   2      small         onions -- chopped
     1/2  cup           diced celery
   1      cup           chicken stock
   1      cup           cream
   1      teaspoon      ground basil
                        salt
                        black pepper
   8      ounces        cheddar cheese -- shredded

Preparation:

Combine tomatoes, onions, and celery in food processor and blend until coarsely chopped. Pour into large saucepan, add chicken stock, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Add cream. Season with basil, salt, and pepper. Cook over very low heat for five minutes. Add cheese and cook, stirring constantly, until cheese melts. Serve at once.