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Delicious Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

Tomato Basil Soup

This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for any season, bringing the fresh flavors of summer tomatoes and aromatic basil right to your bowl.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes 1 can
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Immersion Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Bowl for Serving

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onions become translucent.
  2. Step 2: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the sugar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Step 4: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil.
  6. Step 6: Blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream if desired.
  7. Step 7: Return the soup to the heat and warm through before serving.

Notes

This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.