Craving a warm and comforting soup that is bursting with flavor? Look no further than creamy tomato basil soup with a twist! This classic recipe gets an upgrade with the addition of fresh herbs, roasted red peppers, and a touch of spice. With its velvety texture, sweet and tangy tomato flavor, and aromatic herbs, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish to serve at a dinner party, this creamy tomato basil soup with a twist is the perfect choice.
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TOMATO SOUP WITH A TWIST
In 1932, our junior high school cooking class teacher taught us a simple recipe starting with a can of tomato soup. As I was preparing tomato soup for lunch recently, I remembered those two additional ingredients. I had forgotten what a tasty difference the peanut butter and cheese make. -Eleanor Stamen, Whitehall, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine soup and peanut butter. Gradually stir in milk. Add cheese; cook and stir until peanut butter and cheese are melted and soup is heated through. Garnish with additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1057mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP
I created this soup while trying to duplicate one I enjoyed at a restaurant in Philadelphia. It isn't exactly right, but it's close! My husband and I love this soup on cold nights with a grilled cheese sandwich. It's so easy to make that we often have it on weeknights, and I also serve it during Lent.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the tomatoes, broth, water and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes. , Stir in the cream, sherry or additional broth, basil and sugar. Cook for 1 minute or until heated through (do not boil).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
RICH AND CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP
The secret to the richness of this soup is to use real butter, fresh basil leaves, and heavy cream. Please do not substitute, or you will not have the same high quality end result.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place tomatoes and juice in a stock pot over medium heat. Simmer for 30 minutes. Puree the tomato mixture along with the basil leaves, and return the puree to the stock pot.
- Place the pot over medium heat, and stir in the heavy cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper. Heat, stirring until the butter is melted. Do not boil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 142.5 mg, Fat 45.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 28.3 g, Sodium 216.6 mg, Sugar 12 g
CREAMY TOMATO-BASIL SOUP
Simple to prepare, delicious tomato-basil soup. Great for an easy lunch served with bread or grilled cheese!
Provided by Alok
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onions and cook until tender. Mix in tomatoes and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the chicken broth, reduce heat to low, and continue cooking 15 minutes.
- Transfer soup to a blender (or use an immersible hand blender), and blend until smooth. Return to the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and gradually mix in the heavy cream. Pour soup through a strainer before serving. Garnish each serving with a sprig of basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 62.4 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP
Puree tomato, shallot and basil for a creamy soup that's pure comfort.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring, until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the potato, garlic, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, until the potatoes are well coated, 2 to 3 minutes more. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the tomatoes and simmer until the potatoes and vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed to maintain a simmer. Remove from the heat, discard the thyme and let cool at least 5 minutes. Stir in the basil and carefully puree until smooth with a handheld immersion blender or in 2 to 3 batches in a blender (do not fill the blender more than halfway full per batch).
- Stir in the cream and reheat the soup if necessary, adjusting the consistency and seasoning with additional water, salt and pepper.
- Serve hot sprinkled with croutons and basil.
CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP
This recipe came from my friend, Michelle, who I used to work with...This was her Mom's recipe -- who was the chef in a small bistro here in Southern Indiana...Michelle's Mom passed away a couple of years ago and I'm so proud to have this recipe to pass on...
Provided by Stacky5
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients, adding each one slowly, stirring constantly to smooth out the lumps as you go -- (NOTE: I believe Michelle told me to use a hand mixer to smooth out any lumps BEFORE you add the basil, salt & pepper.).
- Bring to a simmer (just bubbly around the edges) - DO NOT BOIL.
- Simmer slowly for at least 40 minutes, then serve with buttered, crusty bread. YUM!
Tips:
- For a creamy and flavorful soup, use ripe tomatoes and fresh basil.
- To enhance the flavor of the soup, roast the tomatoes before adding them to the soup pot.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it with milk or yogurt.
- For a gluten-free version of the soup, use gluten-free bread or crackers for serving.
- To make the soup ahead of time, simply prepare the soup according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Creamy tomato basil soup is a delicious and comforting soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its rich and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with a grilled cheese sandwich or a side salad for a complete meal.
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