Creamy Tomato Basil Soup [ 35 min ]
This beautiful bowl of Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is the perfect combination of comfort and flavor. The rich, vibrant red of the tomatoes perfectly contrasts with the fresh green of the basil, making it as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. With just the right balance of creamy and tangy, this soup is a delightful way to warm up on a chilly evening. Ready in only 35 minutes, it’s an ideal option for a quick yet luxurious weeknight dinner.
Ingrédients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
- Add the canned crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped basil leaves.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtéines: 4gFat: 15gSucre: 6g
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