Description
A rich and creamy tomato basil soup that’s perfect for cozy meals. This recipe combines fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a touch of cream for a comforting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Add tomatoes and cook until they break down.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in basil, salt, and pepper.
- Blend the soup until smooth.
- Return to the pot, stir in heavy cream.
- Simmer for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Adjust cream for desired thickness.
- Garnish with extra basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy tomato basil soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe