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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Indulgent Creamy Tomato Basil Soup for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a heartwarming comfort food ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion, chopped adds sweetness
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced essential aromatics
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes star ingredient
  • 4 cups vegetable broth for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar optional for balancing acidity
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Creaminess
  • ½ cup heavy cream for creamy texture
For the Finishing Touch
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped for freshness

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Mix in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Add sugar, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and chopped basil. Heat gently for 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh basil and be careful not to boil after adding cream to maintain texture.

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