Creamy Tomato Basil Soup That Warms Your Soul

This Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a comforting vegetarian delight loaded with rich flavors from roasted tomatoes and fresh basil.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

6 cups plum or Roma tomatoes Use ripe tomatoes for sweetness.
4 cloves garlic Smashed for roasting.
2 tablespoons olive oil Enhances roasting.
to taste salt Adjust to taste.
to taste pepper Freshly cracked black pepper is best.
1 medium onion Finely chopped.
1 teaspoon dried oregano Fresh oregano works too.
to taste cayenne pepper Adjust according to heat preference.

For the Broth

4 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth Chicken broth can be used for non-vegetarians.

For the Creaminess

1 cup basil leaves Fresh for the best flavor.
½ cup half-and-half cream Substitute with plant-based options for vegan.

For Serving

to taste fresh cracked pepper For serving.

Equipment

Dutch oven
Baking Sheet
immersion blender

Method

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), halve the tomatoes and smash the garlic. Place on a greased baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for about 1 hour.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

In a Dutch oven, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in dried oregano and cayenne, seasoning to taste.

Step 3: Combine and Simmer

Add the roasted tomatoes and garlic to the Dutch oven along with the vegetable broth and fresh basil. Bring to a gentle simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Step 4: Blend for Creaminess

Remove from heat and stir in half-and-half cream. Blend using an immersion blender to desired smoothness.

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fully ripe tomatoes and adjust seasoning as needed. Consider adding spinach for extra nutrients.

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