Easy Tomato Crab Soup

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Easy Tomato Crab Soup
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 27, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 pound cooked crabmeat, flaked

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion is tender.
  3. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, basil, oregano, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in crabmeat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through.
  5. Serve with crusty bread, if desired.

Interesting Facts

  • Tomato-based soups are a staple of many regional cuisines around the world.
  • Crabmeat is high in protein and low in fat.
  • Adding herbs and spices is a great way to add flavor to soups.