Creamy Tomato Basil Soup: The Best Homemade Comfort Recipe
Delicious and comforting creamy tomato basil soup, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg