Enjoy your creamy and comforting Tomato Basil Soup! It pairs perfectly with a grilled cheese sandwich or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
INGREDIENTS
– 2 tablespoons olive oil– 1 onion, chopped– 3 cloves garlic, minced– 2 cans (14 oz each) diced tomatoes– 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce– 1 cup vegetable broth– 1/2 cup heavy cream– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped– Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and tomato sauce to the pot. Stir in the vegetable broth.
3
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
5
Once the soup is smooth, stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and flavors are well combined.
7
Ladle the creamy tomato basil soup into bowls. If desired, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil leaves.
8
Serve hot with croutons or breadsticks on the side for dipping.