Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
This comforting creamy tomato basil soup is bursting with flavor, combining ripe tomatoes with fresh basil and a touch of cream for richness. It's perfect for dipping your favorite grilled cheese sandwich!

Ingredients:
2 cans (14 oz each) crushed tomatoes
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Procedure:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until softened.
Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer.
Cook for about 15 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and basil.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or blend in batches in a blender. Serve warm.