Name: Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion (diced); 4 garlic cloves (minced); 2 cans (28 oz each) whole tomatoes; 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth; ½ tsp sugar; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; ½ cup heavy cream; ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped); 2 tbsp butter

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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Silky smooth tomato soup with fresh basil and a touch of cream. Pairs perfectly with a grilled cheese.

Prep 10 min

Cook 25 min

Total 35 min

Serves 4

Lunch·Italian·Easy

Ingredients

Step 1 — Build the base

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
2 cans (28 oz each) whole tomatoes
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
½ tsp sugar
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Step 2 — Blend and finish

½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1
Build the base
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes (with juices), broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer 20 minutes.
2
Blend and finish
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until completely smooth. Stir in heavy cream, basil, and butter. Simmer 3 more minutes. Serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese.

Nutrition per serving: 240 cal · 5g protein · 22g carbs · 16g fat · 4g fiber

For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.