Nut-free Creamy Tomato And Basil Soup

This Nut-Free Creamy Tomato and Basil Soup is a comforting and delicious dish that's perfect for any time of the year. It's a great option for those with nut allergies, as it's completely nut-free.

Nut-free Creamy Tomato And Basil Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the sugar and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, then stir in the heavy cream.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the chopped basil.
  6. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches until smooth.
  7. Return the soup to the pot and heat through. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Large pot Immersion blender or regular blender Soup ladle

Tools

Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for a comforting meal.

Tips & tricks

For a dairy-free version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream or a dairy-free milk alternative.

Cost

$10