Creamy Tomato Basil Soup: The Best Comfort Food Revival
A rich and velvety Creamy Tomato Basil Soup that warms the soul and is perfect for any time of the year.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and chopped basil, then heat through.
- Serve warm with fresh basil on top.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipe