If you’re looking for a recipe that delivers a cozy, comforting bowl of soup while being packed with rich flavors, this Creamy Basil Tomato Soup is a must-try! Made with fresh basil, Italian-style tomatoes, vegetable stock, and a touch of pesto, it’s a bowl of hearty goodness that’s both simple and luxurious. Perfect for a chilly evening or when you’re craving something warm and satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
1.Rich and Creamy: The heavy cream adds a velvety texture that takes the soup to the next level.
2.Bursting with Flavor: Fresh basil and pesto give this soup a vibrant, herbaceous kick.
3. Simple Ingredients: Most items are pantry staples, making it an easy go-to recipe.
4. Quick and Easy: From start to finish, you’ll have this soup ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
20-30 Fresh Basil Leaves
4 (28oz) Cans of Peeled Tomatoes (Italian Style recommended)
1 Quart Vegetable Stock1 (8oz)
1 (8 oz.) Jar of Pesto (I used Prego)
2 Cups Heavy Cream
Instructions
Step 1: Blend the Tomatoes and Basil
Start by pureeing the tomatoes and basil in small batches. Add one can of peeled tomatoes and 8-10 fresh basil leaves to your blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into a large pot. Repeat with the remaining tomatoes and basil.
Step 2: Simmer the Tomato Base
Heat the pureed tomatoes in the pot over medium heat, letting them simmer gently for 10 minutes. This step deepens the flavor and gives the soup its rich tomato base.
Step 3: Add the Stock and Pesto
Stir in the vegetable stock and the jar of pesto. Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat while you prepare any sides, like dumplings or crusty bread. Stir often to keep everything evenly combined.
Step 4: Finish with Creamy Goodness
Turn the heat down to medium-low and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Mix until the soup achieves a silky, creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed—though the pesto typically adds plenty of flavor.
Serving Suggestions
This Creamy Basil Tomato Soup pairs beautifully with warm, crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich. For a heartier meal, serve it with homemade dumplings or a side salad. Garnish with a few fresh basil leaves or a drizzle of extra pesto for a restaurant-worthy presentation.
Tomato Basil Soup
Ingredients
- 20-30 Fresh Basil Leaves
- 4 28oz Cans of Peeled Tomatoes I used Italian Style.
- 1 Quart Vegetable Stock
- 1 8oz Jar of Pesto I used Prego.
- 2 Cups Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Add one can of tomatoes and 8-10 leaves to a blender or food processor and puree. Once pureed, add to pot. Repeat with remaining 3 cans of tomatoes and the rest of the basil leaves.
- Simmer pureed tomatoes in pot for 10 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth and pesto and simmer while making dumplings. Stir often.
- Turn heat on pot down to medium-low and add heavy cream. Stir to mix.
Love this recipe!
Grasshopper on the counter
I’m going to try this, minus the grasshopper on your counter beside your pot !
Grasshopper on counter
Then you put it in the pocket of your apron!
I’m going to give this a try!!
Looks so good Kelly. The grasshopper was next to the pot on the counter that u was putting the puree in. Good job
That look very good I’m give that a try did you had a grasshopper beside your cooker
Yummy
Looks delicious and fairly easy to make.
The cricket was sitting on your mat beside the pot. I also shared.
I seen the grasshopper beside the blue pan you was putting the tomato basil soup in and I’m gonna try this recipe I love basil
Looks so delicious kelly.
Grasshopper on Counter
Looks so good. The cricket was 1st on the food processor then the counter next to the mat.
Grasshopper on the sink then on the counter. Soup looked great!!!
Will try this one but without dumping, that Grasshopper on the counter sure is getting around 💚
Grssshopper on counter
grasshopper on the blender
Me Cricket was sitting on the counter beside your pot watching every step to making the soup.
Saw the grasshopper on the counter.
It’s funny that I do not like regular tomato soup but I love the creamy tomato soup like you made tonight. By the way the grasshopper seem to be happening everywhere tonight lol. I saw him on the countertop next year cutting board last.
Looks amazing even the grasshopper that was everywhere 🤪I had a time finding this website!!
Grasshopper on top of food processor/ blender
Sure looks good!
I was watching you make the tomato soup. It looked delicious. I’m glad the grasshopper wasn’t real. Or it would have jumped off the food processor on you.
That looks really delicious & One of my favorites! I saw your critter today a grasshopper on cabinet by food processor!
Looks great and plan on making it. Think I will leave out the grasshopper on the counter.
Grasshopper in several different areas being moved around tonight!
Grasshopper next to the pot on the counter also was by the food processor. Looks delicious 😋
Grass Hopper on the place mate by the bowl on counter!! Soup look yummy!!
I saw the Green Lizard on Mat beside Pot
I saw Green Grasshopper on Mat beside Pot
Iam going to make this soup 🍲 very soon it looks delicious.
Grasshopper On counter By You,Kelly💜💞I’ll Be Making This Soup,Neighbor Soon🥰
Will be making this soup soon, it looks delish, I saw the grasshopper also….
Looks so good! I’ll have to cut it down to fourths. I live alone so I figure I can get 2 good sized bowls out of the recipe. I’ll figure it out! Thanks for sharing. P.S. I LOVE your family.
I can’t wait to try this.
The cricket or Grasshopper (couldn’t tell what it was) was on the black thing on the counter between fridge and sink, then you put it in your apron pocket
Saw grasshopper. Soup looks delicious. Hi from Pennsylvania.
Grasshopper on counter near blender
That looks delicious! Is this where we comment on the critter. If so, grasshopper on counter.♥️
Grasshopper on counter near pot.
I love tomato basil soup, so can’t wait to try this recipe. I love watching your lives. Stay blessed Deborah Belton.
Can’t wait to make this!!! Looks so good and nice warmth to the belly. I’m so thankful for being able to make all your recipes and my hubby is really thankful. He has enjoyed all your meals and eats very well.
I saw the grasshopper next to rhe food processor waiting for food to fall so it could have some good food to eat too. Yhank you again for sharing. God bless you and I hope 2023 is a great year for you and your family.
Grasshopper on food processor then on Counter
Looks delicious. Definitely will give it a try.
I am going to try. Looks delicious
I saw the green creature on the food processor ❤️ I’m going to make this soup 😍
I saw the grasshopper on your counter while making your tomato basil soup!
Grasshopper by the belnder on counter.
Recipe looks yummy!
Grasshopper on table. 😃 I love tomato soup but I have never added the ingredients you did. I cannot wait to try this recipe. Thank you for posting it. 💜
Will be trying this one, a saw the grasshopper come and get placed on food processor.
Looks delcious will have to try it….. also seen the grasshopper on counter by the pot of soup 🙂
Grasshopper on countertop.
This looks really good please send me the website thank you
Going to definitely make this. Looks so good.
Not sure where to put comment for this
Grasshopper on food processor
I saw a lizard next to the bowl~
Gonna make this recipe it looked
really easy and delicious!
Happy New Year!!
Grasshopper on the counter by blue pot
Can’t wait to make this soup!
Just watched Kelly make this soup on Mrs Munson.comM! Her little green critter sat beside them pan of soup on the kitchen counter. Please enter me for chance to win the bowls you are giving away!! Can’t wait to try this soup!!
Yep
I put shredded mozzarella cheese, added 1/2 in soup and baked 1/2 for dipping. Since Kelly said texture may not be for everyone. Thanks for sharing recipe!
That look really good that recipe or yeah there was grasshopper beside your glass dish on the counter beside your refrigerator
I keep looking for the broccoli pie recipe to be posted so I can say that the critter was hiding on your apron pocket! I really want those bowls😂 Also, how was it?
Tomato Basil soup is one of my favorites. I did see the grasshopper on the counter by the pot.
Great recipe, loved it! I lave the same grasshopper that you have watching you cook lol
Oops forgot to rate the recipe on fort comment
Grasshopper next to stove!
Grasshopper in apron pocket.
Wrong video, I know. But I saw a grasshopper on the stove next to the pot of lasagna soup. But don’t see the lasagne soup recipe on here.
Grasshopper on the stove
Cricket on top of food prosser and then on counter next to food prosser 😆. Hope yall had a great Christmas and your new year blessed with love, happiness, and health!!
Looks amazing
Hi, I finally made this soup and it was
delicious. I made it on a dreary rainy day and it hit the spot !!! I served it with toasted garlic bread. Yummy!!! 😃
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Looks good I’m gonna try it