Tomato and Basil Soup
A hearty and flavorful soup made with ripe tomatoes and fresh basil.
10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
2 lbs ripe tomatoes, quartered
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until translucent.
Step 2
Add the tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
Step 3
Add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4
Add the chopped basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5
Remove from heat and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender.
Step 6
Serve hot with a garnish of fresh basil leaves.