Creamy Basil Tomato Soup
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil chopped
- 2 cans 28 ounces each crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 quart half-and-half
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- croutons
- shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add chopped basil and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes with their juice and minced garlic.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Working in batches, transfer the tomato mixture to a blender and purée until smooth.
- Transfer the puréed mixture back into the saucepan and add half-and-half, mixing well.
- Reheat the soup over medium-low heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the soup hot, topped with croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 24 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 11 g