The Best Creamy Tomato Basil Soup Recipe
Homemade tomato soup tastes so much better than anything from a can. It’s fresh, full of flavor, and surprisingly easy to make. Plus, when you pair it with a crunchy grilled cheese or a slice of crispy bread, it’s pure comfort food heaven!
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Blender or immersion blender
- Cutting Board and Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 28 oz whole or crushed tomatoes (or 4 large fresh tomatoes, chopped)
- 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon sugar optional, helps balance acidity
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half for a creamy texture
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
For Serving (Optional)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- Croutons or toasted bread
- Extra basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Sauté the aromatics
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cook the tomatoes
- Pour in the canned or fresh chopped tomatoes along with the vegetable broth.
- Add salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and sugar (if using).
- Stir everything together and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes. This helps the flavors blend beautifully.
Blend the soup
- Remove the pot from heat and carefully use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- If using a regular blender, let the soup cool slightly, then blend in batches. Be careful, as hot liquids can splatter!
Add the cream and basil
- Return the blended soup to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream and fresh chopped basil. Let it simmer for 5 more minutes.
Serve and enjoy
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Ladle it into bowls and top with shredded Parmesan cheese, croutons, or extra basil leaves.
- Serve warm with a side of crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich!
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: ~200-250 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~18g
- Protein: ~4g
- Fat: ~14g (depends on cream and oil used)
- Fiber: ~3g
- Sugar: ~10g (from tomatoes)
- Sodium: ~600mg (depends on broth and salt levels)
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.