Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Name: Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 garlic cloves (minced); 1 large yellow onion (sliced); 2 cans San Marzano peeled tomatoes (28 oz each, do not drain); 1 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock; 1 tablespoon sugar; ¼ cup heavy cream or half-and-half; 8 large fresh basil leaves (roughly chopped); ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Kosher salt (to taste); Freshly ground black pepper (to taste); ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional); Croutons (optional garnish)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:30min

A smooth and creamy tomato basil soup made with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, cream, Parmesan, and a touch of red pepper for an easy comforting meal.

Updated at: Thu, 12 Nov 2026 10:16:00 GMT