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Ingredients
- 2kg/4lb 4oz mixed ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped.
- 3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped.
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves, plus extra to serve.
- 1 tbsp tomato purée.
- 4 tbsp olive oil, plus extra to serve.
- 1 litre/1¾ pints hot vegetable stock.
- salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 2-3 tbsp caster sugar, to taste.
- How do you make tomato basil soup from scratch?
- What can I add to tomato basil soup?
- Is tomato basil soup good for you?
- What is tomato basil soup made of?
- How do you thicken tomato basil soup?
- Why is tomato soup bad for you?
- Can you freeze tomato basil soup?
- What can I top tomato soup with?
- Are you supposed to put milk in tomato soup?
- What is the healthiest tomato soup?
- Can I eat tomato soup everyday?
- Can you eat too much tomato soup?
How do you make tomato basil soup from scratch?
How to make tomato basil soup
- Sauté the onion in a soup pot until it's lightly browned;
- Stir in the garlic, seasoning, tomatoes, and broth;
- Simmer the soup for 8 minutes;
- Blend the soup until smooth;
- Stir in the cream & basil, adjust the salt & pepper to taste, and serve!
What can I add to tomato basil soup?
12 Easy Ways to Dress Up a Can of Tomato Soup
- Add a can of diced tomatoes, a bit of cream, and torn fresh basil leaves.
- Swirl some red wine vinegar into the soup and serve with a stack of mozzarella and fresh basil leaves on a toasted baguette.
- Add a drizzle of pesto (homemade or store bought) and finish with toasted pine nuts and croutons.
Is tomato basil soup good for you?
Tomato soup is an excellent source of antioxidants, including lycopene, flavonoids, and vitamins C and E, among many others ( 3 , 7 ). Consuming antioxidants has been linked with a lower risk of cancer and inflammation-related diseases, such as obesity and heart disease ( 3 , 8 , 9 ).
What is tomato basil soup made of?
It uses fresh tomatoes and fresh basil — both in high supply at this time of year — and has just 3 additional ingredients (yellow onion, garlic, and olive oil). It's also easy as it gets to make, and fast; it is summertime, after all. When we count ingredients, we don't usually count salt, pepper, or cooking oil.
How do you thicken tomato basil soup?
How do I thicken tomato basil soup?
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream.
- more pureed tomatoes.
- flour: in a separate bowl mix 1 Tablespoon of flour to ½ c of soup. Whisk until smooth and return to pot of soup.
- cornstarch: in a separate bowl mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon cold water.
Why is tomato soup bad for you?
One serving of canned tomato soup contains around 470 mg of sodium, which is one-third your RDA. Excess intake of sodium has been linked to increased blood pressure, which leads to kidney, heart and blood vessel damage.
Can you freeze tomato basil soup?
You can still freeze leftover tomato soup with cream, but it just requires careful reheating to keep the cream from curdling. ... This recipe for creamy tomato basil soup is so good! You can make a big batch and freeze it if you'd like. It's perfect for dipping grilled cheese sandwiches any night of the week.
What can I top tomato soup with?
Go beyond traditional oyster crackers by topping your soup with any of these flavorful crunchy toppings.
- Pretzels!
- Pepperidge Farm® Goldfish® Crackers.
- Pumpkin Seeds.
- Croutons.
- Tortilla Strips.
Are you supposed to put milk in tomato soup?
For cream of tomato soup, try adding the tomato to the milk rather than the opposite, having both the milk and tomato hot when they are combined. NOTE: The tomato and milk should be exactly the same temperature when combining. Do not boil the milk (this in itself can cause curdling).
What is the healthiest tomato soup?
Healthiest Tomato Bisque: Wolfgang Puck Organic Tomato Basil Bisque.
Can I eat tomato soup everyday?
Tomato soup provides 20% of the daily-recommended value of vitamin C. So, a bowl full of tomato soup a day can definitely help to keep the body healthy!
Can you eat too much tomato soup?
02/10Acid indigestion or acid reflux
Loaded with acidic contents like malic and citric acid, tomatoes can cause a serious acid reflux in your system after indulging in them too much. Once the process of digestion begins, the acidic contents of the tomatoes lead to the release of excess gastric acid in stomach.
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