Tomato Basil Soup

August 2025
Cooking Time - 1 hr
Serves - 4 People
Soups

There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of tomato basil soup on a chilly day.

The rich, velvety blend of ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil creates a comforting aroma that feels like a hug from the inside out. Its vibrant flavor is perfectly balanced — a little sweet, a little tangy — and pairs beautifully with a crusty slice of bread or a gooey grilled cheese. During the colder months, it’s the perfect way to thaw the chill, nourish the soul, and make even the greyest winter afternoon feel cozy.

Tomato Basil Soup Ingredients

  • 8 Roma Tomatoes – sliced in half
  • 1/2 white onion
  • 1 carrot – cut in thirds
  • Fresh basil
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato sauce
  • Thyme leaves
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Sea salt & pepper
  • Olive oil
  • 1/4 stick butter
1

Roast tomatoes, onion, olive oil, garlic and carrot in a large pot until tomatoes turn soft.

2

Add broth, basil, thyme, butter. Simmer for 30 minutes

3

Add heavy whipping cream and salt & pepper to taste.

4

Blend thoroughly. Return to pot and simmer for 10 minutes. Garnish with basil leaves.

Recipe Roulette

Click to see what's for dinner

Lets Go!