Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
A comforting and quick creamy tomato basil soup perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 (14-ounce) cans Canned Whole Tomatoes
- 3 cups Vegetable Broth
- Handful of Fresh Basil, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Add the canned tomatoes and vegetable broth, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for about 10–15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches.
- Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in cream and basil.
- Season with salt and pepper and heat gently for another 2–3 minutes.
- Serve in bowls garnished with additional basil if desired.
Notes
Use fresh basil towards the end for the best flavor. You can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.