Save A velvety, comforting tomato soup with fresh basil and a swirl of cream&mdashperfect for busy weeknights yet full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion: diced
- 2 garlic cloves: minced
- 1 large carrot: peeled and diced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz/410 g each) diced tomatoes: with juice
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream: plus extra for serving
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- 1 cup (25 g) fresh basil leaves: chopped plus extra for garnish
Instructions
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- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2:
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3:
- Add diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste, vegetable broth, sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 4:
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are very soft.
- Step 5:
- Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil.
- Step 6:
- Use an immersion blender (or transfer in batches to a blender) to puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Step 7:
- Return soup to low heat, stir in heavy cream, and warm through without boiling.
- Step 8:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Step 9:
- Ladle into bowls, swirl with extra cream, and garnish with basil.
Stir sauces, sauté vegetables, and serve meals gently while adding a charming touch to everyday cooking.
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Stir sauces, sauté vegetables, and serve meals gently while adding a charming touch to everyday cooking.
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Save Common Recipe Questions
- → What herbs enhance the tomato soup flavor?
Fresh basil leaves are added at the end for bright, aromatic notes, complemented by dried oregano in the simmering broth.
- → Can I make this without dairy?
Yes, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or plant-based alternatives to keep it creamy and dairy-free.
- → How do I achieve a smooth texture?
Use an immersion blender or countertop blender to puree the soup until it reaches a velvety, creamy consistency.
- → What ingredients build the soup’s base?
Sautéed onion, garlic, and carrot create a flavorful foundation before adding tomatoes and broth.
- → Can I add a spicy element to the soup?
Yes, crushed red pepper flakes can be added during cooking for a mild heat boost.
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