Creamy Tomato Basil Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Food Recipe
Enjoy a warm bowl of this creamy tomato basil soup, perfect for cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add fresh basil and heavy cream, then blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust the cream based on your desired consistency.
- Top with extra basil for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipe