A comforting tomato soup with a velvety texture and fresh basil flavor
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup: A comforting tomato soup with a velvety texture
and fresh basil flavor.
Ingredients:
2 cans (28 ounces each) whole tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons of butter
Test for salt and pepper
Optional: grated parmesan cheese and croutons for serving
Instructions:
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add
chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until the
garlic becomes fragrant.
Add the canned tomatoes: Pour in the contents of both cans
of whole tomatoes, including the juice. Use a spoon to chop the tomatoes into
small pieces.
Add broth: Pour in vegetable or chicken broth. Stir to
combine ingredients.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil. Let it cook for about
15 minutes, giving the flavors time to meld.
Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender to carefully puree
the soup until it has a smooth and creamy consistency. If you don't have an
immersion blender, you can transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender to
blend until smooth.
Add the cream and basil: Stir in the heavy cream and chopped
basil leaves. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, to allow
the cream and basil to infuse their flavors into the soup.
Season and serve: Season soup with salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle the Creamy Tomato Basil Soup into a bowl. If desired, top with grated
Parmesan cheese and croutons for extra flavor and texture.
Suggestion:
For a thicker soup, you can add less broth or simmer the
soup a little longer to reduce the liquid content.
Adjust the amount of Tulsa as per your preference for Tulsa
flavor.
Garnish the soup with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkling
of extra chopped fresh basil before serving.
Serve the soup with crusty bread, grilled cheese sandwiches
or a side salad for a complete meal.
This creamy tomato basil soup offers a comforting and
flavorful combination of tomatoes, basil, and cream. It is perfect for warming
up on a cold day or enjoyed as a light meal.
