Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
A comforting and creamy tomato basil soup that is easy to make and perfect for chilly days.
Equipment
- large pot
- immersion blender
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- to garnish Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring to a blender in batches. Return to pot and stir in heavy cream. Heat through without boiling.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
This soup can be customized with optional ingredients like fresh tomatoes, red pepper flakes, or Parmesan cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.