Description
This Tomato Soup is a delightful combination of creamy goodness and fresh basil, making it a comforting meal for any occasion. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavors, it’s ideal for a cozy dinner or a healthy lunch!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 onion, minced
- 1 cup leek, chopped
- 1 can peeled plum tomatoes (14-ounce)
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons double-concentrated tomato paste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- ½ cup half and half
- fresh basil for garnish, optional
- croutons for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add minced onion and chopped leek; sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add plum tomatoes, vegetable stock, tomato paste, pepper, salt, brown sugar, and dried basil. Stir well, crushing tomatoes with a spatula. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in half and half and bring to a boil once more. Turn off heat and purée the soup until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm topped with fresh basil and croutons, if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, sauté the onions and leeks until they are caramelized.
You can use fresh tomatoes instead of canned; just peel and chop them before adding to the pot.
Adjust the amount of half and half for a creamier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg