Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
A comforting and versatile tomato basil soup that’s easy to make and packed with fresh flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Tomatoes (2 pounds, roughly chopped)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Fresh Basil Leaves (1 cup, packed)
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Vegetable Broth (3 cups)
- Heavy Cream (1/2 cup)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Sauté the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot, along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes start to break down.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the mixture in batches to a countertop blender.
- Return the blended soup to the pot. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh basil. Heat gently until warmed through, around 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve hot with extra basil or a drizzle of olive oil for garnish if desired.
Notes
For a vegan option, replace heavy cream with coconut milk.