Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCiao BellaTomato Basil Soup Recipe

Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

Inspired by Ciao Bella
Time1h
Serves4

with Parmigiano Reggiano and house made ciabatta croutons

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Method

Soup Directions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Tomatoes and Broth

    Add the canned tomatoes (with their juice) and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Soup

    Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Add Basil and Season

    Stir in the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Blend the Soup

    Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to the pot.

  7. 7

    Finish with Cheese

    Stir in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano and mix until melted and incorporated. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Crouton Directions

  1. 8

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 9

    Prepare the Croutons

    In a large bowl, toss the cubed ciabatta bread with olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, and salt until evenly coated.

  3. 10

    Bake the Croutons

    Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.

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