Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup Recipe

Capture the magic of Olive Garden with this creamy tomato basil soup recipe, inspired by recipes from Riserva di Fizzano and Rocca delle Macie wineries – Olive Garden's Italian partners. This luxurious soup is bursting with fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and a touch of creamy richness. Perfect for a cozy night in or an elegant dinner party!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 642.2 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup

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How to Make Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium red onion, finely chopped, and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio) and simmer until reduced by about 3/4, approximately 3-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) of crushed tomatoes, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook, uncovered, until reduced by about 1/2, about 15-20 minutes.
  5. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and puree until smooth and creamy.
  6. Return the soup to the saucepan. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil.
  7. Garnish with an additional tablespoon of chopped fresh basil and a few slices of fresh tomato before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

173g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup?

Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup?

Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup has approximately 642.2 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 85 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup?

The key ingredients for Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup are Butter, Red Onion, Dry White Wine, Tomatoes, Heavy Cream, Fresh Basil. See the full list with measurements above.

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