Tomato Basil Soup

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Ahh, there's nothing better for lunch than a warm, creamy bowl of tomato basil soup! This traditional soup is full of flavor and ideal for keeping you warm on a cold day. This is how to prepare it:

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Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a dairy-free option
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil for garnish

Procedure:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. Stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.
7. Once blended, return the soup to the pot and heat through.
8. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

It's like a warm embrace in a bowl, I hope you enjoy this tasty and soothing Tomato Basil Soup for lunch! For the perfect midday snack, try it with some crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich. Salutations!

 

[eihra520]

Yum! Tomato basil soup for lunch sounds amazing! This recipe looks easy and perfect for a cold day Gotta try it with grilled cheese! Thanks for sharing!

 

[lilbobby]

Absolutely! Tomato basil soup is a classic comfort food, perfect for warming up on chilly days. Thanks for sharing your recipe—I can almost taste the comforting flavors already!