Creamy Tomato Soup with Basil (Printable Version)

A rich, velvety blend of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil with a touch of cream.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 28 oz canned whole tomatoes with juice
05 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced

→ Liquids

06 - 2 cups vegetable broth
07 - ½ cup heavy cream

→ Herbs & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 - 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves (about 0.7 oz)

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced carrot; sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic, being careful not to burn.
03 - Add canned tomatoes with juice, vegetable broth, sugar if using, salt, and pepper. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring to incorporate all ingredients.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover saucepan, and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
05 - Remove saucepan from heat. Add fresh basil leaves and let steep for 2-3 minutes to infuse flavor.
06 - Using an immersion blender, puree soup directly in the saucepan until completely smooth and velvety. Alternatively, work in batches using a countertop blender.
07 - Stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
08 - Reheat gently if necessary. Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately while hot.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour without any fancy techniques.
  • The balance of tangy tomatoes and rich cream feels like a restaurant meal at home.
02 -
  • Letting the soup cool slightly before blending prevents hot splatters.
  • High quality canned tomatoes make a bigger difference than you might think.
03 -
  • Use an immersion blender for easier cleanup and texture control.
  • Taste the soup before adding the cream to adjust the salt levels.

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