Tomato Basil Soup with Croutons

Tomato Basil Soup with Croutons

Made with Parmesan & Fine Herbs Croutons

Tomato Basil Soup with Croutons

Savor the essence of sun-ripened tomatoes with our vegetarian tomato basil soup. Canned tomatoes are meaty, minimally seeded, and budget friendly. Elevate each spoonful with BRIANNAS Parmesan and Fine Herbs Seasoned Croutons. They add a delightful crunch that's truly irresistible.

PREP TIME: 45 Minutes

SERVES: 6

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 12 oz tomato juice
  • ½ cup fresh basil, minced
  • 28 oz canned diced tomatoes, with juice
  • BRIANNAS Parmesan and Herbs Seasoned Croutons
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
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Directions:

  1. Heat butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes. Add carrots and saute until slightly tender.
  2. Add tomato juice, diced tomatoes with their juices, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, pepper, and honey. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Add half-and-half and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in basil. Puree mixture until smooth, using an immersion blender.
  4. Finish and serve with BRIANNAS Parmesan and Fine Herbs Seasoned Croutons and a sprig of basil.