Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

                                                       Tomato Basil Cream Soup

 A silky combination of luscious tomatoes and fragrant basil!🍅🌿🥣

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp of olive oil

• 1 chopped onion

• 2 minced garlic cloves

• 4 cups whole canned tomatoes (with liquids)

• 1 cup veggie broth

• 1/2 cup heavy cream (or, for a dairy-free alternative, coconut cream)

• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (plus a little more for garnish)

• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)

Method

01.Warm the olive oil in a big saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until transparent. 02.Cook for another minute, or until the garlic is aromatic. 03.To the saucepan, add the canned whole tomatoes, with their juices, and the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn it down low. Allow it to boil for 15 minutes. 04.Blend the soup with an immersion blender or a conventional blender until smooth and creamy.

05.Stir in the heavy cream and fresh basil leaves after returning the pureed soup to the stove. Allow it to boil for a few minutes longer, until everything is properly mixed.

06.Season to taste with salt and pepper.

07.Pour the Creamy Tomato Basil Soup into bowls and top with additional basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, if preferred.

Expert Advice

• Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a splash of balsamic vinegar to the soup for an added flavor boost.

• Blend in a peeled and boiled potato or a handful of cashews to add richness without using heavy cream.

• If you like a thinner soup, add additional vegetable broth to the recipe.

Important Facts

• Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a classic comfort dish that combines the flavor of juicy summer tomatoes with the freshness of basil in one bowl.

• The addition of heavy cream or coconut cream gives this soup a luscious and velvety texture, making it decadent and gratifying.

• This soup is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, whether served as an appetizer or as a light dinner with crusty bread

• This Creamy Tomato Basil Soup will warm your heart and satisfy your taste senses, making it ideal for a nice night in or sharing with loved ones.
  

🍅🌿🥣 With the Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, you may embrace the harmony of tomatoes and basil. This silky-smooth pleasure is a sensory feast, providing comfort and joy with each spoonful. 

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