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Creamy Cozy Tomato Basil Soup

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A quick and comforting tomato basil soup that is creamy without heavy cream, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for cozy meals with a fresh basil brightness and velvety texture.

Ingredients

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  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (or frozen if fresh not available)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until translucent and soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stir to combine.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches with venting for steam.
  7. Stir in the cottage cheese and return to low heat. Warm gently for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, without boiling.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh basil and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to loosen. Blend longer for extra smooth texture. Add basil at the end to keep flavor bright. Avoid boiling after adding cottage cheese to prevent curdling. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with coconut milk or cashew cream.

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