This recipe for Easy Tomato Basil Crock Pot Soup takes the standard tomato soup just a couple steps further. The additional of basil gives the soup a bit more elevated flavor profile, and the use of a crock pot and immersion blender keep the preparation simple so you're not in the kitchen all day. Plus, your house will smell incredible!
Ingredients
To make your Tomato Basil Soup you'll need:
- Tomatoes - Both Large and Cherry Tomatoes
- Bell Peppers - Small bell peppers work easier. Be sure to remove seeds
- Onion - Sweet or White Onion is best. If you can get your hands on a Vidalia Onion, it's even better!
- Fresh Basil
- Garlic Cloves - I put these in the crock pot whole
- Vegetable Stock
- Chicken Base (optional)
- Seasonings - Salt and Black Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Heavy Cream
Why immersion blenders are a kitchen must have
Immersion blenders can save you from making a mess. Cooks are quick to grab a hand blender, but if you're mixing a shallow dip...it'll splash it everywhere. Hand blenders DO NOT chop and liquify. Immersion blenders are great for completely binding flavors, making dips, smoothies, soups, mashed potatoes and more!
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Step-By-Step Instructions
- Step 1 : Place all the ingredients in a crockpot. Place the lid on and cook on low for 7 hours.
- Step 2 : Remove lid and pour in ½ Cup heavy whipping cream. Puree using an immersion blender and then place lid back on for a few minutes to heat back up. This will take time, be patient with it. It's worth it!
- Step 3 : Serve with a drizzle of cream on top, fresh basil and a pinch of salt. Enjoy!
Serving Suggestions for Tomato Basil Soup
- With grilled cheese, of course! Bonus points if you make the bread using my Sourdough Bread recipe.
- Plain ol' saltine crackers!
- Along side a salad to make it a complete meal.
Customizations and variations:
I always encourage home cooks to get creative in their kitchens. Here are some options to try but, remember, the options are limitless!
- Experiment with different varieties of tomatoes
- Alter rations to see what you like best - less cream, more basil, etc
- Try roasting your garlic and/or onions first
- Have fun with different toppings! Croutons, cheeses, fresh herbs, crackers, etc.
- Brainstorm ways to get creative with the texture, flavor profile, and consitency.
Tell us how you made this recipe your own in the comments below!
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Recipe
Tomato Basil Soup
Ingredients
- 4 Large Tomatoes Cored
- 20 oz Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 Onion Chopped
- 4 Cloves Garlic
- ½ Cup Vegetable Stock
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Chicken Base Optional
- 1 tablespoon EVOO Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 teaspoon Fresh Basil
- 3 Small Bell Peppers Cored
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a crockpot. Place the lid on and cook on low for 7 hours.
- Remove lid and pour in ½ Cup heavy whipping cream. Puree using an immersion blender and then place lid back on for a few minutes to heat back up.
- Serve with a drizzle of cream on top, fresh basil and Parmigiano Reggiano. Enjoy!
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Shirley says
Looking forward to making the Tomato Basil Soup - YUM!
CookitwithTim says
Let me know when you do and how it turns out with a rating here on my website. Thanks for stopping by.
Colleen Schwochert says
Would I be able to can this soup?
CookitwithTim says
Yes, but you will need to ensure you go through your correct canning process.
Kathy says
Made this last night for dinner . It was fantastic. So much so that I am making a double batch today to freeze and enjoy all winter! Easy to make and hade all ingredients on hand.
CookitwithTim says
YAY. Glad you liked it and it was easy to make. Thanks for the 5 Star Rating.
Patti Neal says
Incredible! Great flavor and super easy to make
CookitwithTim says
I love easy soups! Let me know if you'd like to see any other specific soups!
Cathy says
So easy to make and absolutely delicious!! Highly recommend this recipe.
CookitwithTim says
Thanks for the rating and review! Glad it was a hit!! Hope you'll try some more recipes from the site 🙂
Heidi says
Super easy! Very tasty with summer fresh ‘maters. Definitely tasty with a grilled cheese
CookitwithTim says
Oh yes! That grilled cheese is a must! I've been dipping my sourdough bread into the soup too. So great!
Kyle Kay says
Tis the season for soup, and this one hits the spot! This tomato basil crock pot recipe is cozy, comforting, and ridiculously easy to throw together. Perfect for chilly days or when you just need something homemade without the hassle.
Casey says
Best ever, so easy… Love all of this guys recipes!
Karen Gossage says
Perfect fall soup!
CookitwithTim says
Yes! I cant wait for soup season!
Mary says
This was excellent! Great way to use up my excess tomatoes and the whole family enjoyed it!
CookitwithTim says
Love hearing that it was a hit! Thanks for the feedback Mary!
Amy Watts says
I made this today exactly like the recipe except I couldn’t find fresh basil so used basil paste in the tube. This recipe is a keeper! Absolutely delicious! I’ll make another batch to freeze before my tomatoes stop producing and freeze it for later when soup season starts at our house! Thanks Tim!
CookitwithTim says
Love to hear it! Freezing/thawing works so well with this one too. We use Souper Cubes for freezing. Love them.
Kim says
Delicious and easy and made my house smell delicious. Thanks!
CookitwithTim says
I am so glad that you loved it!! It does make the house smell amazing!
JJ says
This was wonderful! So fresh and flavorful! Thank you for a great way to capture the summer tomatoes. Like some other people commented on your post, I’m going to go get a bunch of tomatoes and make this again and freeze it before adding the cream. We’ll be able to enjoy summer flavors all year long.
CookitwithTim says
Great idea! I am so glad that you loved it!
Patti says
This soup was sooo good and so easy! Will definitely be making it again. I'll be adding extra black pepper and probably some red pepper flakes to spice it up a bit more.
CookitwithTim says
oooh yes!! I would love some spice added to it as well!! Good Call!
Staci says
This was the best tomato soup I have ever had! Super easy. Used my own veggie broth, which had a little spice in it from veggie scraps I had including a partly used Jalapeño and poblano. Also, made my own heavy whipping cream! I'm so excited to have a way to use all my tomatoes and stocking up for winter by placing tomatoes in freezer to make this soup anytime I want.
CookitwithTim says
That veggie broth sounds right up my alley! I love adding a spicy kick to this soup. Glad to hear you love it! Thanks for the feedback Staci!