Name: Classic Tomato Basil Soup 🍅
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 lbs fresh tomatoes, chopped (or 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes); 1 cup vegetable broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for creaminess); 1 tsp sugar; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; Fresh basil leaves for garnish

This creamy tomato basil soup is packed with fresh flavors, making it the perfect cozy, comforting meal in under 30 minutes.

Quick Steps ✨

Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.

Add tomatoes, broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Blend the soup until smooth.

Stir in cream (optional) and fresh basil.

Serve hot with basil garnish.

Step by Step Instructions 📝

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to burn it.

3. Stir in the chopped tomatoes (or canned tomatoes), vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes to develop the flavors.

4. Once the tomatoes have broken down and softened, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or transfer to a blender if needed).

5. Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream for extra richness, followed by the fresh basil leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings.

6. Serve immediately in bowls, garnishing with fresh basil leaves for a beautiful finish.

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Substitutions 🔄

Swap heavy cream for coconut milk to make it dairy-free.

Use canned tomatoes when fresh ones aren't in season.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick of heat.

Useful Notes 📝

Blending Tip: If you prefer a chunkier texture, only blend half the soup and leave the rest chunky for added texture.

Serving Suggestion: Serve this soup with grilled cheese for a classic combo!

Nutritional Insights 🍎

Each serving contains the stated nutritional values:

🔥 Energy: 200 kcal

🥑 Fat: 10 g (of which saturates: 4 g)

🍞 Carbohydrates: 22 g (of which sugars: 8 g)

🌾 Fiber: 4 g

💪 Protein: 4 g

🧂 Salt: 0.8 g

Don’t worry about calories, this is a healthy and hearty option!

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Leftover Advice ♻️

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it on the stove over medium heat, stirring occasionally. If the soup thickens, add a splash of broth or water to thin it out.

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