Creamy Tomato Basil Soup – Better Than Canned

This creamy tomato basil soup is the ultimate comfort food. Made with simple ingredients and blended to silky perfection, it pairs beautifully with a grilled cheese sandwich.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (28 oz each) crushed tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
3. Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer 15 minutes.
4. Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
5. Stir in heavy cream and fresh basil. Simmer 5 more minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 210 | Protein: 4g | Carbs: 18g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 3g