Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
This creamy tomato basil soup is a comforting blend of fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and rich cream, making it a delightful dish perfect for any season. Its velvety texture and vibrant flavor are sure to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Cuisine: American
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- salt to taste salt
- to taste ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4. Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can blend the soup in batches in a regular blender.
- 5. Return the blended soup to low heat, stir in the heavy cream, chopped basil, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Heat through and serve warm.
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