Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 can diced tomatoes
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance the acidity of the tomatoes)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup fresh cream
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish, if desired)
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and vegetable or chicken broth. Stir well to combine. If using, add the sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together and the soup to thicken slightly.
4. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream. Add the chopped basil leaves and stir until the soup is heated through.
6. Serve hot and darnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.
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