Tomato Basil Soup Recipe (Applebee's Copycat) + Video

Ingredients · for 6 (scales to your household)

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil $0.18
• 1/2 cup White onion, chopped $0.38
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced $0.06
• 2 1/2 cups Chicken broth $1.31
• 56 ounces Crushed tomatoes (2 x 28-oz cans) $4.54
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar $0.02
• 3/4 cup Heavy cream $1.80
• 1/4 cup Fresh basil, minced $1.41
• 1 1/2 teaspoon Fresh or dried parsley $0.05
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano $0.04
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt, or more to taste $0.03
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper $0.03
• 1/2 cup Croutons (garnish) (optional) $0.58
• 2 tbsp Fresh basil (garnish) (optional) $0.67
• 1/4 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (garnish) (optional) $0.68

Per-ingredient cost is the amount this recipe uses at the lowest Canadian price we have on file; the per-serving total above adds the range up to the dearest price and for buying whole packages.

Method

1. In a large saucepan heat olive oil over medium heat, then add chopped onion and saute until translucent, for about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and saute for one more minute while stirring constantly.
2. Add chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes.
3. Puree with an immersion blender or transfer to a blender and puree.
4. Stir in heavy cream and herbs. Bring soup back to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes on low heat.
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with croutons, basil, and grated parmesan cheese.

Per serving