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Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Soup for the Ultimate Comfort

Enjoy a warm bowl of Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Soup that melts into comfort with rich flavors, perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and helps sauté onions
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until soft and translucent
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Cook until fragrant
For the Soup
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Opt for low-sodium for better salt control
  • 28 ounces Canned Tomatoes Whole or crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Intensifies flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Provides a lovely smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Makes the soup creamy
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Add just before serving

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in about ½ cup of broth, scraping any browned bits from the skillet. Transfer this mixture into your slow cooker.
  4. Add canned tomatoes, remaining broth, tomato paste, sugar, oregano, and smoked paprika to the slow cooker. Mix everything well.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours.
  6. About one hour before cooking is complete, stir in fresh basil leaves.
  7. Once the cooking time is up, use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired smoothness.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and allow it to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes to heat through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served warm, pairs wonderfully with grilled cheese sandwiches.

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