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Easy Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A simple and delicious creamy tomato basil soup perfect for a cozy meal. Made with fresh basil and a touch of cream, it's quick to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil

garlic

  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced

shallot

  • 1 large Shallot, diced

crushed tomatoes

  • 56 oz Crushed Tomatoes (2 - 28 oz cans)

chicken stock

  • 1.5 cup Chicken Stock or vegetable stock

sugar

  • 1 Tbsp Sugar

oregano

  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano

salt

  • 2 tsp Kosher Salt

pepper

  • several grinds Pepper to taste

half and half

  • 1 cup Half and Half

basil leaves

  • 12-15 large Fresh Basil leaves, chopped

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a pot, add shallot and cook until translucent.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add tomatoes, stock, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in half and half and basil, season to taste.
  • Serve hot. Store leftovers in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar before serving.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Basil, Cream, Tomato