Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
A comforting and simple soup made with fresh tomatoes and basil, perfect for cozy evenings or quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh Tomatoes, diced (or canned tomatoes)
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, packed and roughly chopped
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 cups Vegetable Broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Add the tomatoes: Stir in the diced fresh tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Pour in the broth: Add the vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Blend it smooth: Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it’s smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the cream and basil: Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Season and serve: Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.
Notes
Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor. Adjust the consistency with more broth or cream as needed.
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