Nordstrom Cafe Tomato Basil Soup
A rich and comforting homemade Tomato Basil Soup inspired by Nordstrom Cafe, perfect for chilly afternoons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat for about 30 seconds.
- Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to boil for 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in chopped basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For creaminess, add heavy cream and heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth if desired, then serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. For a thicker soup, blend half and leave some chunks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
