Fresh tomato soup with basil, Mutti Tomato Puree and aromatic onions: a simple, comforting Italian-inspired soup with rich tomato flavor.
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Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally until soft, 8 minutes. With kitchen string, tie the basil sprigs together. Add basil sprigs, tomato puree, and chicken stock to the onions. Over high heat, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until it slightly thickens, about 10 minutes.
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Cool for 10 minutes. Remove the basil and discard. Season with salt to taste. (The soup can be done up to one day in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. If so, heat the soup over medium heat until hot, for 5 minutes.)
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Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with basil strips to complete this tasty Italian tomato basil soup.
This fresh tomato soup with basil celebrates the classic pairing of ripe tomato flavor and fragrant herbs. Slowly softened onions provide a naturally sweet base, while Mutti Tomato Puree and chicken stock create a smooth, comforting soup. Fresh basil sprigs infuse the broth as it simmers, giving this easy tomato basil soup its distinctive Mediterranean aroma without overpowering the tomatoes.
For a delicious homemade tomato soup, give the onions enough time to soften before adding the other ingredients, as this helps create a more rounded flavor. Tie the basil sprigs together before simmering so they can easily be removed once they have infused the soup. This Italian tomato basil soup can also be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated, making it a convenient option for an easy meal. Reheat gently and garnish with freshly sliced basil just before serving for extra color and aroma.
