Best 10 Tomato Basil Soup Ii Recipes

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Tomato basil soup is a classic Italian dish that is both flavorful and comforting. It is made with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil and can be served hot or cold. The perfect recipe for tomato basil soup depends on your personal taste preferences and what ingredients you have on hand. Some recipes call for a creamy soup, while others are more rustic and chunky. Some recipes include a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or onions, while others focus on the simplicity of the classic ingredients.

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CREAMY TOMATO-BASIL SOUP



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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

¼ cup butter
¼ cup olive oil
1 ½ cups chopped onions
3 pounds tomatoes - cored, peeled, and quartered
½ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 quart chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
8 sprigs fresh basil for garnish

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

TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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This is one of my favorite soup recipes, especially in the fall when it's just getting crisp and cool outside. However, it's also great in the summer when my basil is going nuts (like it is right now!)

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 3-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can ground peeled tomatoes
5 cups vegetable stock or 5 cups chicken stock
salt & freshly ground black pepper (use kosher salt--much better!)
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic (crushed)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium high heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 10 minutes -- be careful not to burn garlic.
  • Add the tomatoes and the stock.
  • Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
  • Cook until soup is slightly thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the basil.
  • Place the pot of soup directly in sink, and using a stick blender, blend until smooth.
  • Serve immediately.

TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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After just one taste of this slightly sweet tomato and herb soup, my family never went back to canned soup again! I adapted this recipe from one I seen in an old cookbook. -Chris Baker of South Lake Tahoe, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 can (49 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or 6 cups vegetable broth, divided
1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree
5 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook carrots and onion in butter over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and cool slightly., In a blender, place 1/2 broth and the cooled vegetables; cover and process until blended. Return to the Dutch oven. Stir in the tomato puree, basil sugar, salt, pepper and remaining broth. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Gradually stir in evaporated milk; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1004mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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A creamy rendition of a traditional favorite. This has made me a SouperHero in my house. This meal is full-bodied enough to not need the addition of a sandwich; however, garlic bread is nice for dipping.

Provided by Sara

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter
1 onion, thinly sliced
15 baby carrots, thinly sliced
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can tomato sauce (such as Hunt's®)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (such as Hunt's®)
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat; cook and stir onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in both amounts of tomato sauce, chicken broth, basil, and oregano. Increase heat to medium and simmer until soup is reduced, 10 to 20 minutes.
  • Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Add cream. Continue to puree in batches until smooth, transferring creamy soup to another pot.
  • Heat soup over medium-high heat until hot, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 747.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

ROASTED TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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Serve Ina Garten's Roasted Tomato Basil Soup recipe, made with canned and fresh plum tomatoes, for an elegant starter from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds ripe plum tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) canned plum tomatoes, with their juice
4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 quart chicken stock or water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss together the tomatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the tomatoes in 1 layer on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes.
  • In an 8-quart stockpot over medium heat, saute the onions and garlic with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the butter, and red pepper flakes for 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Add the canned tomatoes, basil, thyme, and chicken stock. Add the oven-roasted tomatoes, including the liquid on the baking sheet. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Pass through a food mill fitted with the coarsest blade. Taste for seasonings. Serve hot or cold.

TOMATO SOUP II



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This recipe has been in my family for years, the tomato soup is great, plus it can double as juice, so you can use it in many dishes all winter. Serve it as is, freeze it or can it!

Provided by Pam

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 52

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 quarts ripe tomatoes, chopped
7 onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 bay leaves
¼ cup salt
⅜ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes, onions, celery, parsley and bay leaves in a large pot and cook, covered, on low heat for 1 to 2 hours, until quite soft and fragrant.
  • Remove bay leaves and blend tomato mixture in batches in a food processor or blender, then run through a sieve and return juice to pot. Stir in salt, sugar, seasoning salt, pepper and garlic salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook, uncovered, 1 to 2 hours, until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 797.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ROASTED TOMATO SOUP WITH FRESH BASIL FOR 2



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Here's a delicious way to use up an abundance of fresh garden tomatoes. The thyme makes it taste extra fresh.-Marie T Forte, Raritan, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/4 pounds tomatoes (about 4 medium), halved
1 small onion, quartered
1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 fresh basil leaves
Salad croutons and additional fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes, onion and garlic in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Cool slightly., In a blender, process tomato mixture and basil leaves until blended. Transfer to a large saucepan and heat through. Garnish each serving with croutons and additional basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO BASIL SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: oil, onion, celery, garlic, salt, pepper, tomato paste, fresh basil, crushed tomato, vegetable broth, baking soda, fresh thyme

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon oil
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ cup fresh basil
28 oz crushed tomato, 2 cans
6 cups vegetable broth
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Combine oil, onion, celery, and garlic over medium heat in a large pot. Sauté for 3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  • Add salt, pepper, tomato paste, basil, crushed tomatoes, broth, baking soda, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and cover, simmering for 15 minutes.
  • Uncover and remove thyme.
  • Use an immersion or countertop blender to blend the soup until smooth.
  • Allow to cool 2 minutes and serve topped with basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 659 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 17 grams

TOMATO BASIL SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
1 can ground peeled tomatoes
5 cups vegetable or chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the stock. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook until soup is slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the basil.
  • Place the pot of soup directly in sink, and using a stick blender, blend until smooth. Serve immediately.

SPANISH TOMATO BASIL SOUP - HCG PHASE 2



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This soup is SO delicious, you can serve it at any time (not just during HCG diet). Counts for 1 vegetable. It makes quite a lot, so I've listed it as 2 servings, but if you're REALLY hungry, can count for one. Taken from The HCG Diet Cookbook Gourmet Success.

Provided by Coffee Criss

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
3 ounces tomato paste
6 leaves fresh basil, rolled and sliced
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch marjoram
1 dash sea salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Pour broth in saucepan and add bay leaf.
  • Purée remaining ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  • Pour purée in saucepan with broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnish with fresh basil leaves or parsley.

Tomatoes

, basil

  • Fresh tomatoes are best for this recipe, but canned tomatoes can be used in a pinch. If using canned tomatoes, be sure to use a good quality brand and crush them before adding them to the pot.
  • Basil is the classic herb for tomato basil, but there are many other herbs that can be used, such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary. Add them at the end of the cooking time so their flavors can infuse the broth.
  • A variety of other ingredients can be added to tomato basil to create different flavors and textures, such as diced carrots, celery, onions, or zucchini. Sauté them in a little bit of oil until softened before adding them to the pot.
  • Tomato basil can be served hot or cold, and can be enjoyed as a main course, a side dish, or a light lunch. Serve it with a side of crusty bread, crackers, or a fresh green.
  • Tomato basil can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion

Tomato basil is a delicious and versatile recipe that can be enjoyed all year round. With its fresh, vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, it's a great choice for a quick and easy meal. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes from your garden.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique version of tomato basil. This recipe is just a starting point, so feel free to add or remove ingredients as you see fit.

Add a can of drained and diced tomatoes, a handful of fresh basil, and a pinch of red chili flakes to your favorite tomato basil recipe.

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