Herbed Tomato Consommé

Ingredients

• 1 small bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried whole basil leaves
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 clove garlic, halved
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)
• 2 whole peppercorns
• 1 cup Chablis or other dry white wine
• + 3 more ingredients
• • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups cocktail vegetable juice
  • ½ cup dry sherry

Combine all ingredients, except fresh basil leaves, in a large non-aluminum saucepan; bring to a boil, and boil 1 minute. Strain mixture, and discard residue. Serve consommé hot or chilled in mugs; garnish with basil leaves, if desired. Note: Pour consommé into an insulated container to keep hot ...

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