FAVORITE BASIL-TOMATO SOUP

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I love this tomato soup. Even my husband likes it, and he says he doesn't like tomatoes!

Provided by JulieO

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
18 fresh basil leaves, or more to taste, finely chopped
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Stir tomatoes and chicken brother together in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir basil and sugar into the tomato mixture; reduce heat to low and continue cooking until the basil is wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir cream into the tomato mixture; add butter and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the butter is completely melted, 5 to 7 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 64.3 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 506 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Maria Munoz
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This soup is amazing! I love the way the flavors all come together.


WackT.Ed.Moment
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Ellena Svetlov
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This soup is delicious! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Mukelwa Mhlungu
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I made this soup for my family, and they all loved it! It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Rhonda Roberts
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This soup is amazing! I love the way the basil and tomatoes come together. It's the perfect soup for a summer lunch or dinner.


Linda Stevenson
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze it for later. It's the perfect meal to have on hand for a quick and easy dinner.


Violet Mdakane
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I love that I can use fresh or canned tomatoes. It's the perfect soup for a busy weeknight.


Sanjay Ray
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I've never been a big fan of tomato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.


Charlene Joseph
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the rich tomato flavor. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Mikeael Morehead
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'm definitely going to make it again soon.


Repon Hossen
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of tomatoes, basil, and garlic. It's the perfect soup for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Md Riyad Islam
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love how versatile it is - I can add different vegetables or herbs depending on what I have on hand.


Dilroba Shomopti
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This soup was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. I served it with some crusty bread and a side salad, and it was the perfect meal for a cold night.


Hossain mohummad Sumon
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I'm a huge fan of tomato soup, and this recipe is now my go-to. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use fresh or canned tomatoes, depending on what I have on hand.


Shani Bhai
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This basil tomato soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, and the soup had a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. I especially loved the addition of the fresh basil, which really made the dish come alive.