Ingredients for Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium red onion
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- a few slices fresh tomato
Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion
Missing an ingredient for this Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.
How to Make Olive Garden Cream Of Tomato And Basil Soup
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1 medium red onion, finely chopped, and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio) and simmer until reduced by about 3/4, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- 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.
- Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and puree until smooth and creamy.
- Return the soup to the saucepan. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil.
- 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