Rachel's Tomato Basil Soup

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Fresh basil is the key to Rachel's delicious and creamy tomato basil soup. Serve with homemade French bread for a special treat!

Submitted by CARAMOMMY
Updated on November 12, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth

  • 1 (11.5 ounce) can tomato-vegetable juice cocktail

  • 20 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter or margarine

Directions

  1. Combine tomatoes, chicken broth, and vegetable juice in a large saucepan; bring to a boil and cook for 30 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in basil. Purée soup with an immersion blender until smooth, if desired.

  2. Stir in cream and butter; return soup to medium-low heat. Stir until butter is melted. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

262 Calories
23g Fat
13g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 262
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 29%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 76mg 25%
Sodium 669mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 84mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 535mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.