Best Tomato And Basil Soup Recipes

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ROASTED CARROT AND TOMATO SOUP WITH BASIL



Roasted Carrot and Tomato Soup with Basil image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Tomato     Vegetable     Roast     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Basil     Carrot     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 pounds plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
2 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 cups water
2 3/4 cups (about) low-fat (1%) milk
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Arrange onion, tomatoes, carrots and garlic cloves on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until vegetables are tender and brown, turning occasionally, about 55 minutes. Cool slightly. Peel garlic cloves. Transfer vegetables to large bowl (do not clean baking sheet).
  • Add 1 cup water to baking sheet, scraping up browned bits; add to blender, then add half of vegetables and puree until smooth. Transfer to large saucepan. Add remaining vegetables and 1 1/2 cups water to blender and puree. Transfer to same saucepan. Gradually add enough milk to soup to thin to desired consistency. Stir in 1/4 cup basil. Simmer 10 minutes to blend flavors. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to simmer before continuing.)
  • Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup basil and serve.

PROVENçAL TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP



Provençal Tomato and Basil Soup image

I learned to make this soup years ago when I lived in France. If there are no fresh tomatoes at hand, use canned. The soup is delicious and silky if you thicken it with tapioca.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
4 to 6 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
Salt to taste
2 pounds tomatoes, cored and diced, or 1 28-ounce can chopped tomatoes with juice
Pinch of sugar
2 large sprigs basil, or about 16 leaves, plus 2 tablespoons slivered basil for garnish
1 quart water
1 Parmesan rind (optional)
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup rice or tapioca
Garlic croutons (thin slices of baguette, lightly toasted and rubbed with a cut garlic clove)
Grated or shaved Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven. Add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about five minutes. Stir in half the garlic and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds to a minute. Add the tomatoes, sugar, basil sprigs or leaves and remaining garlic. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down and smell fragrant, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add the water, Parmesan rind and salt to taste. Bring to a simmer, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes. Add the tapioca or rice, and simmer for another 15 minutes until the tapioca is tender and the soup fragrant. Remove the basil sprigs and Parmesan rind. Puree in a blender in small batches, taking care to place a towel over the top of the blender and hold it down tightly. If you used fresh unpeeled tomatoes and want a silkier soup, put through a strainer, using a spatula or the back of a ladle to push the soup through. Return to the pot, add pepper to taste and adjust salt. Serve garnished with garlic croutons and/or Parmesan, if desired, and slivered basil leaves. If serving cold, refrigerate until chilled.

TOMATO SPINACH AND BASIL SOUP



Tomato Spinach and Basil Soup image

This soup can be refrigerated for up to 1 month and you can substitute 2 teaspoons of dried basil if you can't get fresh basil.

Provided by dakota kelly

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Spinach Soup Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 ½ cups milk
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 cups fresh spinach, torn
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes. Stir in milk and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato puree and sugar. Mix well, cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Add spinach, basil, salt and pepper and simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 1217.6 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

CREAMY ROASTED RED PEPPER AND TOMATO BASIL SOUP- WHOLE30



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Make and share this Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Basil Soup- Whole30 recipe from Food.com.

Provided by REALtorFOOD

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 Cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (12 ounce) jar roasted red peppers in brine (drained)
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
10 fresh basil leaves (chiffonade)
1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • combine tomato puree and drained roasted red pepper in medium saucepan and bring to slow boil.
  • add basil leaves and coconut milk and cook stirring 2 minutes to combine.
  • add salt and red pepper flakes and stir.
  • remove from stove.
  • allow to cool slightly and with immersion blender puree until completely smooth (if using a blender allow to cool longer).
  • Serve hot or chilled.
  • can be served over a handful of baby spinach leaves if desired to add some color and extra nutrition boost.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 18.2, Sodium 361.5, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 9.6, Protein 5.3

TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP



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Tomato and Basil Soup

Provided by Joanne Weir

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
8 sprigs basil
5 cups Mutti® Tomato Puree (Passata)
3 cups chicken stock
Kosher salt
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, cut into strips (chiffonade) or rosemary sprigs

Steps:

  • Instructions
  • 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, tomatoes, chicken stock to the onions. Over high heat, bring to a boil. Reduce to medium low and simmer until reduced by one-quarter, about 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Remove the basil and discard.
  • In a blender, puree the soup in several batches until very smooth, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Return to a clean soup pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. 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, 5 minutes.)
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with rosemary or basil strips.

CREAM OF TOMATO SOUP WITH RICE AND BASIL



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This delicious version of an old favorite is full of tomato flavor and is sure to brin gback memories of home. If you have really good flavorful ripe tomatoes, use them in place of canned tomatoes. Otherwise, canned tomatoes offer the best flavor and consistency.

Provided by Stinkerbell

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/4 cup basil, chopped
28 ounces canned plum tomatoes
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon basil, chiffonade (shredded basil)

Steps:

  • Sweat the onions and garlic in a little olive oil until translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the broth, fresh basil and tomatoes, reserving some of the juice from the tomatoes.
  • simmer until everything is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Puree the soup with a handheld blender, or in batches in a food processor or countertop blender.
  • Return the pureed soup to a low simmer.
  • Gently simmer the heavy cream before adding it to the soup, then use the reserved tomato juice to adjust the final consistency.
  • Add the rice just before serving.
  • Serve the soup in preheated soup cups or bowls and garnish with the chiffonade of basil.

CUCUMBER AND AVOCADO SOUP WITH TOMATO AND BASIL SALAD



Cucumber and Avocado Soup with Tomato and Basil Salad image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Dairy     Herb     Tomato     Vegetable     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Yogurt     Lunch     Basil     Avocado     Cucumber     Summer     Chill     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large English hothouse cucumber, peeled, diced (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 cups low-fat (1%) buttermilk
1 avocado, quartered, pitted, peeled
4 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup seeded chopped tomato
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt

Steps:

  • Combine cucumber and buttermilk in blender. Chop 1/4 of avocado; set aside for salad. Cut remaining avocado into chunks. Add avocado to blender; then add 2 tablespoons red onion and 1 tablespoon basil. Blend until very smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Cover; refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Mix reserved avocado, remaining 2 tablespoons onion and 1 tablespoon basil, tomato and lime juice in small bowl. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover soup and tomato salad separately and refrigerate.) Ladle cucumber soup into 4 bowls. Dollop each with 1 tablespoon yogurt; top with tomato salad and serve.

ROASTED CARROT AND TOMATO-BASIL SOUP



Roasted Carrot and Tomato-Basil Soup image

Carrots add a bit of sweetness to brighten up a classic soup. Super simple to throw together--you'll be making this one again and again for your family.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 4 large carrots)
2 small onions, halved and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cans (28 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic whole tomatoes, drained, juices reserved
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
Food Should Taste Good™ tomato & basil brown rice crackers, as desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line pan with sides with cooking parchment paper; spray with cooking spray. Spread carrots, onions and garlic evenly in pan. Drizzle with oil; mix to coat. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Roast 25 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and slightly brown. Cool 10 minutes.
  • Working in batches, add half the vegetables with 1 can of the drained tomatoes to blender or food processor. Puree until smooth or desired consistency. Pour into 4-quart Dutch oven. Repeat with remaining vegetables and tomatoes. Stir in reserved juices, the basil, remaining salt and the yogurt. Simmer about 10 minutes or until hot. Divide among 6 bowls. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

FRESH TOMATO SOUP WITH BASIL AND FARRO



Fresh Tomato Soup With Basil and Farro image

You overbought fresh tomatoes at the farmers' market and now you're left with a pile of overly-soft, rapidly-ripening fruit. What to do? Make a hearty, vegetable-based soup with those mushy tomatoes puréed into satiny sweetness. To mimic the creaminess of many tomato soup recipes, I often blend softly stewed tomatoes with a grain, in this case, farro. It adds an earthy flavor, and body, to make a tomato soup with bona fide stick-to-your ribs inclinations.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 small servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
1 1/2 cups farro
3 large sprigs basil, stems and leaves separated
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, more for drizzling
4 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1 large leek, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
3 1/4 pounds ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
Black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Pour 8 cups cold water and 1 1/2 tablespoons salt into a pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower heat to medium, add the farro and basil stems, and cook until grains are tender but still a little chewy, about 25 minutes. Drain, reserving the liquid.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and golden, about 2 minutes. Stir in the leek and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to medium and cook leeks until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 cup reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a simmer. Cook until the tomatoes have completely fallen apart, about 30 minutes.
  • Using an immersion blender, blender or food processor, purée the tomato mixture until smooth (you may have to do this in batches). Add half the farro and pulse until the grains are broken down and the soup is a chunky purée. Stir in the remaining farro. If the soup seems thick, add more cooking liquid. Taste and add more salt if needed. Ladle the soup into serving bowls. Drizzle with oil; top generously with black pepper and torn basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 208, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 725 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

TOMATO, BASIL, AND CHEDDAR SOUP



TOMATO, BASIL, AND CHEDDAR SOUP image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Tomato     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 28-oz. cans of diced tomatoes
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, chopped
1 tsp olive oil
2 cups of vegetable broth
1 cup of plain Greek yogurt
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup basil, chopped, loosely packed
2 tsp of oregano
1 tsp sugar
alt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Directions: Over medium heat, add the olive oil to a large pot. Add the chopped onion and allow to cook until tender, about three to four minutes. Add in chopped garlic and cook for an additional two minutes. Pour in the two cans of tomatoes (juice and all) and the vegetable stock. Stir in the basil, oregano, sugar, and salt and pepper. Place the lid back onto the pot and allow to simmer ten minutes. At the end, stir in the Greek yogurt and cheddar cheese until well blended. Use either an immersion blender or food processor to puree the soup if you prefer a smooth texture. Garnish with chopped basil and grated cheddar cheese if desired.

CLASSIC DAIRY-FREE CREAM OF TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP



Classic Dairy-Free Cream of Tomato and Basil Soup image

This is a deliciously creamy tomato soup with the essence of basil. Using coconut milk instead of cream creates a rich in flavor and tasty dairy-free, gluten-free soup.

Provided by Only Gluten Free Recipes

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon gluten-free all purpose baking flour
3 cups vegetable broth
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 bay leaf
1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
sea salt to taste
fresh basil for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat coconut oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot coconut oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir tomato paste and garlic with the onion; cook and stir until the garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes more.
  • Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir to incorporate; add vegetable broth, crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, lemon juice, maple syrup, and bay leaf. Bring the broth to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the tomatoes are completely softened, about 20 minutes.
  • Turn heat below pot off. Remove and discard bay leaf. Pour soup into a blender. Hold lid in place and pulse blender a few times to get mixture moving before leaving on to blend into a puree; pour pureed soup into the pot and place over medium-low heat.
  • Stir coconut milk into pureed soup until the color is consistent; heat until the soup is warmed. Season soup with sea salt and garnish with fresh basil sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 19.6 g, Sodium 541.1 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

CHILLED TOMATO, ROASTED GARLIC, AND BASIL SOUP



Chilled Tomato, Roasted Garlic, and Basil Soup image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Garlic     Herb     Tomato     Freeze/Chill     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Summer     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 41/2 cups, serving 4 as a first course

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
2 3/4 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes, quartered
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Tabasco to taste
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, washed well, spun dry, and chopped

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet dry-roast garlic over moderately low heat, turning it occasionally, until skin is browned and garlic is tender, about 20 minutes, and peel. In a blender purée garlic and tomatoes in batches and force through a fine sieve into a bowl. Stir in vinegar, Tabasco, and salt to taste. Chill soup, covered, at least until cold, about 6 hours, and up to 1 day. Before serving, stir in basil and season with salt and pepper if necessary.

CHILLED TOMATO SOUP WITH SEARED SCALLOPS, AVOCADO, AND RIPPED BASIL



Chilled Tomato Soup with Seared Scallops, Avocado, and Ripped Basil image

I used a shallow bowl for this recipe so that the scallops can be seen rather than sinking to the bottom. This recipe is very quick to make and an elegant starter to a meal for your guests. It is also a winner without the scallops and if you grow your own tomatoes, you can use the softer tomatoes and the flavor should be even better. Drizzle a little more avocado oil over the soup and you are ready to serve.

Provided by genevievescuisine

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
16 fresh sea scallops
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
freshly ground black pepper to taste
8 basil leaves, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Place the tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, avocado oil, and 1 teaspoon of salt into a blender. Puree on high until smooth, then strain through a mesh strainer, and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke. Place the scallops into the hot oil. Cook until the scallops are golden brown on each side, and the center has turned opaque, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  • To serve, pour the chilled soup into shallow bowls. Scatter the diced avocado into the soup, and place 4 scallops in each bowl. Sprinkle the soup with ground pepper and torn basil leaves to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 780.9 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

TOMATO AND BASIL SOUP WITH JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY



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This is a wonderful soup that creates a blissful combination of aromatic delights while it simmers. Serve with some crusty bread, and enjoy!

Provided by ElvisPresley99

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 lbs ripe plum tomatoes, cut in half
1/4 cup olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) canned plum tomatoes, with their juice
4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
1 quart chicken stock or 1 quart water
3/4 cup jameson Irish whiskey
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Toss together the tomatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the tomatoes in 1 layer on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes.
  • In an 8-quart stockpot over medium heat, saute the onions and garlic with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the butter, and red pepper flakes for 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Add the canned tomatoes, basil, thyme, and chicken stock. Add the oven-roasted tomatoes, including the liquid on the baking sheet. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Add Whiskey and Cream, and let simmer 10 minutes, working the tomatoes with a spoon to break them up in the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.7, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 69.3, Sodium 1717.3, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 15.7, Protein 9.8

CHILLED TOMATO, ROASTED GARLIC AND BASIL SOUP



Chilled Tomato, Roasted Garlic and Basil Soup image

Make and share this Chilled Tomato, Roasted Garlic and Basil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 1/4 lbs vine-ripened tomatoes, quartered
1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Tabasco sauce
1/3 cup fresh basil leaf, washed well,spun dry,and chopped
extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, dry-roast garlic over medium-low heat, turning it occasionally, until skin is browned and garlic is tender, about 20 minutes; peel garlic; in a blender puree garlic and tomatoes in batches and force through a fine sieve into a bowl; stir in vinegar, Tabasco, best-quality extra virgin olive oil and salt to taste; Chill soup, covered, at least until cold, about 6 hours, and up to 1 day (after that, it will lose its fresh taste); before serving, stir in basil and season with salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Enjoy the taste of summer!

ROASTED QUINOA AND TOMATO SOUP WITH PARMESAN WAFERS AND CRISPY BASIL



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Quinoa-either red, black, or white-adds body and heartiness to a warming bowl of tomato-basil soup. The quinoa-Parmesan wafers served on the side add a nice bit of crunch, but also make a lovely cocktail party hors d'oeuvres.

Provided by Donna Hay

Categories     HarperCollins     Soup/Stew     Winter     Tomato     Quinoa     Parmesan     Basil     Dinner     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

About 4 1/2 pounds tomatoes (2kg), halved
1 cup basil leaves
1 head garlic
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 cups (320g) cooked quinoa
1 1/2 quarts (1.5 liters) chicken stock
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
Parmesan Wafers:
1/2 cup (80g) cooked quinoa
1/2 cup (40g) finely grated Parmesan
Cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). To make the Parmesan Wafers, place the quinoa, Parmesan and pepper in a bowl and toss to combine. Place tablespoons of the mixture on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper and bake for 5-7 minutes or until golden. Allow to cool on the tray and set aside.
  • Place the tomatoes, basil and garlic on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper and drizzle with oil. Roast for 45 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and the basil is crisp. Spread the quinoa on a separate baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper, drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Roast for the last 15 minutes of the tomato cooking time. Reserve and set aside the crispy basil leaves. Squeeze the roasted garlic from its skin into a large saucepan. Add the tomatoes and stock and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened. Using a hand-held stick blender, blend until smooth. Add the roasted quinoa, salt and pepper and stir to combine. Divide the soup between serving bowls and top with the reserved basil. Serve with the Parmesan Wafers.

FRESH BASIL, SPINACH, AND TOMATO SOUP



Fresh Basil, Spinach, and Tomato Soup image

Categories     Tomato     Low Sodium     Basil     Spinach     Simmer     Boil

Yield Serves 4; 3/4 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Chicken Broth (page 50) or commercial fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
4 small tomatoes, diced
2 ounces spinach (about 2 cups), coarsely chopped
2 medium green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (about 1/3 ounce)
1/2 teaspoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 lemon slices (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, stir together the broth, oregano, garlic, tarragon, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients except the lemon slices. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes so the flavors blend. Serve garnished with the lemon slices. For peak flavor, serve immediately after the standing time.
  • Nutrition Information
  • (Per serving)
  • Calories: 38
  • Total fat: 1.0g
  • Saturated: 0.0g
  • Trans: 0.0g
  • Polyunsaturated: 0.0g
  • Monounsaturated: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 104mg
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Calcium: 37mg
  • Potassium: 399mg
  • Dietary Exchanges
  • 1 vegetable

TOMATO AND CANNELLINI BEAN SOUP WITH GARLIC AND BASIL



Tomato and Cannellini Bean Soup with Garlic and Basil image

With a chock-full of bright vegetables, bacon, fish and beans, this homemade soup has all the right stuff.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 slices pancetta or bacon, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium carrot, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium stalk celery, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 quarts chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 good-quality anchovy fillets (packed in oil or salt, bone removed if necessary), finely chopped
1 piece (2 inches) Parmesan cheese rind
2 dried bay leaves
1 large sprig fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Dash of freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • In 8-inch skillet, heat unpeeled garlic over low heat (you are dry-roasting the garlic, so there is no need for oil) 25 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until peel is light brown and clove feels soft inside when you touch it. (Don't rush the process by turning up the heat; garlic may burn and become bitter.) Remove garlic from skillet; set garlic aside.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly crisp around edges. Add onion, carrot and celery. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften but do not brown. Add finely chopped garlic and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add broth, water, beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, anchovies, the cheese rind, bay leaves and rosemary; heat to boiling. (When you've used a piece of Parmesan cheese, save the rind in the freezer. If you don't have a rind, you may want to sprinkle each serving with grated Parmesan cheese.) Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Peel cooled, roasted garlic cloves and place in small bowl. Add butter, salt, red pepper and pepper. Use a fork to mash garlic to a smooth paste. Spoon garlic paste into hot soup and stir well to incorporate. Sprinkle with basil and stir well. Remove bay leaves and rosemary sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

TOMATO CREAM SOUP WITH BASIL AND GIN



Tomato Cream Soup With Basil and Gin image

Another recipe from my friend Marina, she makes this in the summer when tomatoes are fresh. Winter tomatoes just don't work well in this recipe.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Onions

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
4 tablespoons white onions, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 lbs tomatoes, peeled and seeds removed
salt
pepper
1 teaspoon basil leaves, chopped
4 tablespoons cream, whipping
4 tablespoons gin
2 tablespoons sour cream
8 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Peel and slice the tomatoes.
  • Remove the seeds and slice into half-inch cubes.
  • Saute onions and garlic in olive oil.
  • Add the tomato paste.
  • Add the tomatoes and chopped basil leaves.
  • Bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Blend with a small hand blender.
  • Stir in cream and gin.
  • Pour into six soup dishes.
  • Garnish with a spoon of sour cream and a basil leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.3, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 12.9, Sodium 34.9, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.6, Protein 1.9

TOMATO AND FRESH BASIL SOUP



Tomato and Fresh Basil Soup image

A wonderful, comfort food that fills the house with a wonderful aroma. Originally from Vegetarian Cooking by Linda Fraser.

Provided by basia1

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 lbs ripe Italian plum tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
3 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato paste
2 tablespoons shredded fresh basil
2/3 cup heavy cream (*see note.)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 whole basil leaves, to garnish

Steps:

  • (Note: I totally omit the cream. After cooking and then processing, the soup has a nice thick consistency that doesn't really need to be thickened more- or the added calories. Simply omit the pressing of the soup through the sieve and the addition of the c) Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan until foaming.
  • Add the onion and cook gently for about 5 minutes, stirring, until the onion is softened but not brown.
  • Stir in the chopped tomatoes and garlic, then add the stock, white wine and sun-dred tomato paste, with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, half cover the pan, and simmer gently for 20 minutes, shirring occcasionally to keep the tomatoes from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Process the soup with the shredded basil in a blender or food processor, then press through a sieve into a clean pan.
  • Add the cream and heat through, stirring.
  • Do not allow the soup to approach the boiling point.
  • Check the consistency and add more stock if necessary, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into heated bowls and garnish with basil.
  • Serve at once.
  • (Can also be frozen and served later.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 69.9, Sodium 134.6, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 8.5, Protein 3.6

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