Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Served with grilled cheese sandwiches, this soup makes a filling and flavorful meal anytime of the year.
Servings per Recipe: 4 bowls
Calories per Serving: 157
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Ingredients
- 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 3 teaspoon sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup half and half
- shredded Parmesan cheese
- Croutons
Instructions
- Combine tomatoes and broth in a sauce pan over medium heat. Stir in basil and sugar and continue heating for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat; stir in half and half. Cook, stirring regularly, until soup is hot.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve garnished with Parmesan cheese and croutons.
Notes
For a less creamy soup (and fewer calories), reduce the half and half to ½ cup (or omit it).
Nutrition
Calories: 157cal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Sodium: 502mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g
