Description
This Tomato Basil Parmesan Soup is a creamy and comforting dish perfect for any time of the year. With the richness of Parmesan cheese and the freshness of basil, this soup is a flavorful delight that is easy to make.
Ingredients
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For the soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil or 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add aromatics: Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Cook the base: Add tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, sugar, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Finish the soup: Stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Adjust and serve: Season to taste and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth.
- Fresh basil offers a vibrant flavor, but dried basil works as well.
- Adjust cream and Parmesan for desired richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
