This garden tomato soup is a perfect way to use up your ripe garden tomatoes. The soup is full of flavor, healthy, and comforting. It's a great dish to enjoy during the summer months when tomatoes are at their peak. This easy recipe will become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients
- 6 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cream. Season with salt and pepper.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender in batches to puree it.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional basil leaves and a drizzle of cream.
Interesting Facts
Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins A and C, and they are also high in antioxidants.
Garden tomatoes have a rich, sweet flavor that elevates the taste of this soup.
This soup can be easily customized by adding other herbs or spices such as thyme or red pepper flakes.