Description
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is a delightful blend of rich flavors and comforting textures that can elevate any meal. This versatile dish serves beautifully as an appetizer or a hearty main course, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings. With its luscious consistency and fresh basil, this homemade soup brings restaurant-quality dining right to your kitchen. The combination of creamy elements with hidden vegetables ensures both indulgence and nutrition in every bowl. Plus, this easy recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, allowing you to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Enjoy it alongside crusty bread or grilled cheese for a classic pairing that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 ribs celery, finely diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1½ cups half and half
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sauté the carrots, onions, and celery until they soften.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, oregano, and dried basil; bring to a gentle boil and simmer until the vegetables are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- In a separate pot, melt butter and whisk in flour until golden brown to make a roux.
- Gradually mix the roux into the soup until well combined.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, half and half, salt, pepper, and fresh basil; heat through before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg