Tomato Basil Soup

8-10 tomatoes on the vine
15-18 basil leaves
1.5 tbsp butter (unsalted)
3 c ck broth
3 c tomato juice (Campbell's)
.5+ cup heavy cream
salt & pepper to taste
italian cheese blend for topping
*peel and core tomatos. heat oil along with butter. place tomatos and basil in blender and puree to desired consistency. add tomatos to pan and cook 10min. add broth and tomato juice and simmer 20 min. add salt, pepper, and cream. turn off heat. serve with shredded cheese and add'l pepper on top.