Description
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings or quick lunches. This rich and velvety soup combines ripe tomatoes with fragrant basil, creating a delightful harmony of flavors that will warm your soul. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe invites you to savor homemade goodness without intricate steps. The aroma of simmering tomatoes and fresh basil fills your kitchen, calling everyone to the table. Whether paired with a crispy grilled cheese sandwich or enjoyed solo, this creamy delight is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautรฉing
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes and basil; dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Sautรฉ the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and fresh basil; allow basil to wilt slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
Notes
- ย Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.
- ย For a thicker consistency, reduce the broth or simmer longer before blending.
- ย Add crushed red pepper flakes during cooking for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg