One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Bread
A velvety tomato soup simmered to perfection in one pot, paired with homemade garlic bread for a comforting, no-fuss dinner. This italian-inspired soups ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup, chopped parsley
- 1, sliced baguette
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup vegetable broth, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and continue simmering for 5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 4: While soup simmers, melt 2 tbsp butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Brush mixture onto 1 sliced baguette and toast in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Step 5: Serve hot soup in bowls with a side of toasted garlic bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Bread take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Bread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Bread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Bread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Soup with Garlic Bread?
Italian soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
