Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Turkey Bacon – A Cozy Delight
A warm and comforting soup made with fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and crispy turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- 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
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil, onion, and garlic to the pot; sauté until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in sugar and season with salt and pepper.
- Once tomatoes are tender, blend the mixture until smooth.
- Add basil leaves and cream; stir well and heat through.
- Serve warm, topped with crumbled turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add extra basil or a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- 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: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Turkey Bacon, Cozy Recipe, Comfort Food