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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup


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Serves 8 | Prep Time 35 minutes PT35M | Cook Time 90 minutes PT2H5M | Soup

Why I Love This Recipe

This warm soup is a nice way to end the day, not only is it filling to the stomach, but it is a splendid dish to eat before you go to bed.


Ingredients You'll Need

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups canned crushed tomatoes
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried basil)
Salt and pepper to taste


Directions

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent.
Add garlic; cook 1 minute more.
Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer for 15 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth, or carefully transfer to blender in batches.
Stir in heavy cream and basil; cook for 5 minutes more.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnish with extra basil if you like.


Pairs Well With

A nice cup of coffee


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