Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
A velvety tomato soup simmered with garlic, onion, and fresh basil, finished with a swirl of cream for richness.
Ingredients
Method
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the chopped basil, then use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through over low heat.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra basil and grated Parmesan, if desired.
