Synonym Soup: Creamy Tomato Basil
A comforting bowl of soup where the rich tomato base is perfectly balanced with fresh basil, creating a harmony of flavors that's as satisfying as finding the perfect synonym. This soup recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs olive oil, onion, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 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, finely diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add 1 medium onion, finely diced, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 2: Pour in 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes and 1 cup vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, then remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream until fully incorporated and the soup is creamy.
