Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Turkey Bacon for Cozy Evenings
A comforting and rich creamy tomato basil soup made with turkey bacon, perfect for cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add olive oil and sauté onion until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and broth; bring to a simmer.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then return to pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and dried basil, and season with salt.
- Chop the reserved turkey bacon and add it back to the soup. Cook for a few more minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Add more cream for extra richness.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Turkey Bacon, Cozy Evenings