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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
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Creamy Tomato Basil Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up on a chilly day or impressing guests at your next dinner party. This rich and flavorful soup features a delightful blend of ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and hidden vegetables like carrots and celery, making it both delicious and nutritious. With its creamy texture and vibrant flavors, this recipe is simple enough for busy weeknights yet elegant enough to serve at gatherings. Plus, it’s versatile—enjoy it as an appetizer or main course, or even in a homemade bread bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
  • 2 carrots (finely diced)
  • 1 small onion (finely diced)
  • 3 ribs celery (finely diced)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1½ cups half-and-half (or whole milk)
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, sauté olive oil, carrots, onions, and celery until slightly softened.
  2. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, oregano, and dried basil. Bring to a gentle boil and cook until vegetables are tender.
  3. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth (optional: leave chunky if preferred).
  4. In a separate pot, melt butter over medium-low heat; stir in flour to create a roux until golden brown.
  5. Gradually add the roux to the soup while stirring until fully incorporated.
  6. Stir in parmesan cheese, half-and-half, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh basil. Heat through before serving.

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