Tomato & Basil Soup
In this creamy tomato soup recipe, the combination of sweet onions, aromatic garlic, and vibrant basil create a burst of flavors in every spoonful. The addition of grated carrot and chopped celery adds a delightful crunch, while a touch of double cream brings a smooth and luxurious texture to the dish. Perfect for cozy evenings or casual gatherings, this soup is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 onion , chopped
- 1 carrot , grated
- 1 garlic clove , crushed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes
- 200ml vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp double cream
- a handful basil , chopped
- 1 chopped stick celery
Instructions
- Heat the butter or oil in a large pan, then add the garlic and soften for a few minutes over a low heat. Add the sundried or SunBlush tomatoes, canned tomatoes, stock, sugar and seasoning, then bring to a simmer. Let the soup bubble for 10 mins until the tomatoes have broken down a little.
- Whizz with a stick blender, adding half the pot of soured cream as you go. Taste and adjust the seasoning – add more sugar if you need to. Serve in bowls with 1 tbsp or so of the pesto swirled on top, a little more soured cream and scatter with basil leaves.
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 213 calories
- Fat Content: 14 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 7 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 14 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 13 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 4 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 8 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.2 milligram of sodium
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