Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

• 3 lbs fresh tomatoes, halved (about 11-12 Roma tomatoes)
• ½ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 medium-sized onions, chopped (about 3 cups)
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 sprig fresh thyme leaves (½ teaspoon), leaves chopped and stem removed
• 1 (28-ounce) canned tomatoes (crushed, diced, or whole)
• 4 cups stock (chicken or vegetable)
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1-Cup Souper Cubes Trays (2pack)