Description
Crockpot Tomato Basil Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights, offering a warm and creamy blend of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. This easy recipe is not only delicious but also versatile, making it perfect as an appetizer or a main dish. Just toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let the flavors meld together effortlessly. The result is a rich, savory soup that will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with crusty bread or a classic grilled cheese sandwich for a cozy meal that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (28 oz each) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In your slow cooker, combine crushed tomatoes, diced onion, minced garlic, and vegetable broth.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream, chopped basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot in bowls with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 224
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 755mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg