INGREDIENTS

Croutons
  • 6 slices French bread, cut into 1-inch (2.54 cm) pieces
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
  • ¼ tsp (1.3 g) salt
  • ¼ tsp (0.5 g) pepper
Soup
  • 4 Tbsp (57 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 C (151 g) onion, chopped
  • 2 28-oz (858-g) cans diced tomatoes
  • 2 C (473 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 C (273 ml) half-and-half
  • 1½ tsp (7.5 g) salt
  • ¼ tsp (0.5 g) pepper
  • White truffle oil

GUIDE / INSTRUCTIONS

Croutons
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place bread on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to combine and bake until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
Soup
  • In a large saucepan, sauté onions in butter 2–3 minutes. Add tomatoes, chicken broth, half-and-half, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool slightly. Working in batches, transfer to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Ladle into soup bowls, garnishing each with croutons and 3–5 drops of truffle oil before serving.

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Key aspects of Viking Cruises includes: 1. Focus on Culture and History – Viking emphasizes immersive experiences, including shore excursions, expert lectures, and onboard enrichment programs. 2. Inclusive Pricing – Many costs are included in the fare, such as meals, Wi-Fi, port charges, and some shore excursions. 3. Small Ship Experience – Viking’s ocean ships are smaller than traditional cruise ships, allowing them to access more intimate ports. 4. Diverse Destinations – They offer a wide range of itineraries, including European river cruises, ocean voyages around the world, and expeditions to remote regions. 5. Comfortable Accommodations – Viking ships feature all veranda staterooms and comfortable public spaces. 6. Scandinavian Design – Viking ships reflect Scandinavian design principles, with clean lines and a focus on light and space. 7. Target Audience – Viking Cruises primarily targets well-traveled, affluent adults who appreciate cultural enrichment and luxury experiences. 8. Expansion and Innovation – Viking has expanded from river cruising to ocean and expedition cruises, and continues to develop new ships and itineraries.

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