Description
This creamy tomato basil soup is warm, comforting, and ready in about 30 minutes. Made with passata, garlic, basil, parmesan, and a splash of cream, it’s the perfect cozy soup to serve with grilled cheese sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 (24-oz) bottle passata
- 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 cup fresh basil (or 1 tablespoon dried basil)
- Parmesan rind (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add shallot and cook until softened, about 10–12 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
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Stir in passata, diced tomatoes, vegetable stock, basil, and seasoning.
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Add Parmesan rind if using and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove rind.
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Blend soup with an immersion blender if desired.
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Stir in cream and parmesan and return to a gentle simmer.
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Adjust seasoning and serve topped with basil and parmesan.
Equipment
Le Creuset 6.75 qt. Enameled Cast Iron
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- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
