Tomato Basil Soup

Name: Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp salt

A rich and velvety soup made with sweet tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, and a touch of heavy cream. Perfect for a cozy meal paired with crusty bread.

40 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 cup yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
3

Stir in 28 oz can crushed whole peeled tomatoes, 2 cups vegetable broth, and 1 tsp salt, then bring to a simmer for 15 minutes.
4

Remove from heat, add 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, and blend using an immersion blender until smooth.
5

Stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream and warm over low heat for 2 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What should Tomato Basil Soup look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until soft and translucent.

Is there a substitute for heavy cream in Tomato Basil Soup?

The entry for Tomato Basil Soup calls for 1/4 cup heavy cream. In its place: In sauces and soups, use half-and-half with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup, or evaporated milk. Neither will whip.

Can I make Tomato Basil Soup dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Tomato Basil Soup is 1/4 cup heavy cream. Swap the cream for full-fat coconut milk or an oat cooking cream. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Tomato Basil Soup vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/4 cup heavy cream. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan soup collection.

How many carbs are in Tomato Basil Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 16 g of carbohydrate in about 180 calories, with 4 g protein and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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