Jun 09 2026
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Our Famous Tomato Basil Recipe

Inspired by la Madeleine
Time50m
Serves6

Served in a cup, bowl or Soup for the Group.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Garnish Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Broth

    Pour in the canned tomatoes (with their juices) and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.

  2. 4

    Season the Soup

    Add salt, black pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes to the pot. Stir to incorporate the seasonings.

  3. 5

    Simmer

    Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Add Fresh Basil

    Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for another 5 minutes.

  2. 7

    Blend the Soup

    Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.

  3. 8

    Serve and Garnish

    Ladle the soup into cups or bowls. Garnish with chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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