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A bowl of rich tomato soup topped with a swirl of cream and fresh basil leaves, perfect for soup recipes.

Classic Tomato Soup

A simple and comforting tomato soup recipe that pairs perfectly with grilled cheese sandwiches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes crushed or whole
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender or immersion blender

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in canned tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in sugar, basil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  6. Stir in heavy cream if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a lighter version, omit the heavy cream or substitute with coconut milk.

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