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Best Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Recipe for Cozy Comfort Meals

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
Enjoy a warm, velvety tomato basil soup that's perfect for comforting meals on chilly days.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups ripe tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for sprinkling)
  • 4 slices crusty bread (for dipping)

Instructions 

  • Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in butter until fragrant and translucent.
  • Add tomatoes, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and sugar; simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Puree the soup until smooth, then stir in heavy cream and chopped basil leaves.
  • Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and basil, with crusty bread on the side.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and skip Parmesan cheese.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Basil, Tomato