Creamy Tomato Soup Basil (Printable Version)

Velvety soup blending ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and cream for a smooth, flavorful dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 28 oz canned whole tomatoes with juice
05 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced

→ Liquids

06 - 2 cups vegetable broth
07 - ½ cup heavy cream

→ Herbs & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 - 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves (about 20 g), plus extra for garnish

# How to Make:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced carrot; sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
03 - Add canned tomatoes with their juice, vegetable broth, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow flavors to meld.
05 - Remove saucepan from heat. Add fresh basil leaves and let them wilt slightly in the hot soup.
06 - Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until completely smooth and velvety. Alternatively, work in batches using a countertop blender, venting carefully to release steam.
07 - Stir heavy cream into the pureed soup until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust salt and pepper seasoning as needed.
08 - Reheat gently over low heat if necessary. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The velvety texture makes you feel like you're eating something much more complicated than it actually is.
  • It comes together with pantry staples and transforms them into something extraordinary.
  • The fresh basil at the end makes everything taste bright and alive.
02 -
  • Adding the cream last prevents it from separating during the long simmer time.
  • The basil goes in after cooking to preserve its fresh bright flavor.
  • Letting the soup cool slightly before blending prevents dangerous splattering.
03 -
  • Use an immersion blender if possible it makes cleanup so much easier.
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes creates beautiful warmth without overpowering.
  • Coconut cream works surprisingly well as a dairy free alternative.

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