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Homemade Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

June 21, 2015 By Patti 16 Comments
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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

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.

Try these other Soup Recipes:

  • Healthy Lentil Soup
  • Easy Cream of Broccoli Soup
  • Healthy Vegetable Soup

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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.
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5 from 3 votes

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.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time55 mins
Total Time1 hr 5 mins
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
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

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

Healthy Vegetable Soup Recipe

November 26, 2013 By Patti Leave a Comment
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You’ll love this Healthy Vegetable Soup Recipe. It’s quick and easy to make and filled with a rainbow of healthy veggies. This vegetable soup makes a tasty and filling lunch or a healthy addition to any family dinner.

Healthy Vegetable Soup

I’ve always loved soup and this healthy vegetable soup recipe makes it guilt free. Not only are you adding a variety of brightly colored vegetables to your diet, it’s also a low-calorie alternative, thanks to the broth base. You’ll feel good about both eating this healthy vegetable soup and serving it to your family.

This recipe makes a large batch of soup, which reheats well. I love making this soup when I have a busy week ahead. It’s nice to know I have a healthy meal to heat up quickly for a week of lunches.

Try these other Soup Recipes:

  • Homemade Tomato Basil Soup
  • Easy Cream of Broccoli Soup
  • Healthy Lentil Soup

Recommended for this recipe:

Healthy Vegetable Soup
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Healthy Vegetable Soup

This Healthy Vegetable Soup Recipe is quick and easy to make and filled with a rainbow of healthy veggies.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Patti from CooksRecipeCollection.com

Ingredients

  • olive oil cooking spray
  • 1 cup arrots sliced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups fat free chicken broth (or broth of your choice)
  • 1 head Napa cabbage chopped
  • 6 ounces fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 can whole tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 2 zucchini diced

Instructions

  • Spray a large saucepan with olive oil cooking spray, and warm over medium heat.
  • Saute onion, garlic and carrots until they are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add broth, cabbage, spinach, tomatoes, basil, oregano and salt to the onion mixture and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer, covered for about 15 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and cook an additional 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Filed Under: American, Appetizers, Gluten Free, Soups Tagged With: appetizer, gluten free, healthy, side dish, soups, vegetables

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