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Easy Tomato Basil Soup

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword soups & stews, tomato basil soup, weeknight dinners
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Author Maggie

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cans crushed tomatoes 28 oz each
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves packed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  2. Add crushed tomatoes, broth, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
  3. Tear basil leaves and stir into the soup. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth (or leave slightly chunky).
  4. Stir in heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper. Heat through on low for 5 minutes.
  5. Serve with grilled cheese sandwiches — it's the law in this house.