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June 21, 2015 By Patti 16 Comments
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Homemade Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

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This traditional homemade tomato basil soup recipe can be served home style by pairing with a grilled cheese sandwich or with a sophisticated twist by changing up your garnishes.
Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

This traditional homemade tomato basil soup recipe can be served home style by pairing with a grilled cheese sandwich or with a sophisticated twist by changing up your garnishes.

Homemade Tomato Basil Soup

There is nothing more comforting than homemade tomato basil soup served with a grilled cheese sandwich. For many of us, this is the meal that brings reminds us of our childhood.

If you are interested in creating this homemade tomato basil soup with a more sophisticated twist, simply garnish with basil leaves, your choice of fresh chopped herbs, grated Parmesan cheese; or topped with a swirl of sour cream or creme fraiche.

With this recipe, you’ll not only enjoy the rich and satisfying flavor but also the comfort of knowing it was made with the highest quality of ingredients.

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This traditional homemade tomato basil soup recipe can be served home style by pairing with a grilled cheese sandwich or with a sophisticated twist by changing up your garnishes.

Homemade Tomato Basil Soup

This traditional homemade tomato basil soup recipe can be served home style by pairing with a grilled cheese sandwich or with a sophisticated twist by changing up your garnishes.
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Patti from CooksRecipeCollection.com

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian or vegan alternative)
  • 1 28 ounce can whole tomatoes (I prefer organic, plum tomatoes)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 20 leaves fresh basil chopped

Instructions

  • In a stock pot melt butter with olive oil over low heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft and translucent, but not browned. This will take about 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle flour over onion and garlic and stir to coat vegetables.
  • Add broth, tomatoes (crushing slightly with your hand or a spoon), sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper.
  • Bring mixture to a simmer over medium high heat while stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to low, stir in chopped basil and simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Take off heat and blend with stick blender. You can also blend in batches in a traditional blender or food processor.
  • Taste soup and adjust salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Ladle into bowl and garnish with your preference of basil leaves, your choice of chopped herbs, grated Parmesan cheese; or a swirl of sour cream or creme fraiche.

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Tomato Basil Soup Recipe
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Filed Under: Soups Tagged With: appetizer, healthy, low fat, soups, tomato, tomato basil soup, tomato soup, Vegetarian

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  1. Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says

    June 26, 2015 at 5:20 am

    My girls love tomato soup. I’d like to try making them homemade. This looks like the one to try! Thanks!

  2. Patti says

    June 26, 2015 at 5:39 am

    I’m sure you’ll love it Julie. It’s a lot easier than you would think.

  3. Jenn says

    June 26, 2015 at 8:38 am

    Nothing better than homemade soup! Tomato basil is one of my faves!

  4. Michelle@healthiersteps says

    June 26, 2015 at 9:30 am

    I love this simple soup using fresh basil leaves from my garden!

  5. Howie Fox says

    June 26, 2015 at 11:46 am

    5 stars
    Hi Patty, you are right!! There’s probably really nothing more comforting than this soup and grilled cheese sandwich!! Woah I’d love to have a bowl right now 😀

  6. Byron Thomas says

    June 26, 2015 at 2:44 pm

    I’m going to make this for my partner. He loves basil in his tomato soup.

  7. Mel @ avirtualvegan.com says

    June 26, 2015 at 8:12 pm

    There is something so comforting about tomato soup. It is one of my favourite kinds. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

  8. Meaghan | Cook. Craft. Love. says

    June 27, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    I’m a sucker for tomato soup but I’ve never tried to make it myself. Bookmarking this for cooler weather!

  9. Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness says

    June 28, 2015 at 7:45 pm

    5 stars
    Yum, I love the garlic, onion, and basil in this soup. I think I will try making this once my tomatoes are ready in the garden.

  10. Lesley @ CheapVegetarianMeals.com says

    June 30, 2015 at 3:19 am

    5 stars
    Hi Patti, this looks absolutely gorgeous, fresh and inviting. I’m trying to lose a bit of my baby belly (they’re 4 and 5 :)) so I’m trying to eat lighter during the day. This looks like a fantastic option. Pinning for lunch tomorrow!

  11. Patti says

    June 30, 2015 at 3:57 am

    Lesley, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

  12. Emily | Rainbow Delicious says

    July 2, 2015 at 12:43 am

    This recipe looks so wonderfully comforting and I appreciate that the recipe list isn’t crazy long or anything. Can’t wait to try it with a gooey grilled cheese sandwich!

  13. Katrin says

    December 6, 2016 at 10:48 am

    Tomato soup – such a classic. And always delicious.Yum!

  14. Erin says

    December 12, 2016 at 8:20 am

    My whole family loves tomato soup. Yum!

  15. Sasha @ Eat Love Eat says

    March 13, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    Mmm I love homemade tomato soup!

  16. Radwa says

    July 15, 2020 at 9:24 am

    My daughter loves tomato soup sooo much.

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