Rich and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

1 . Stage

Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

2 . Stage

Place tomatoes and juice in a stockpot over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Cook until tomatoes have softened, about 30 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

3 . Stage

Remove the pot from heat. Add basil leaves to the pot. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

4 . Stage

Use an immersion blender to purée soup until smooth. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

5 . Stage

Stir in heavy cream and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until butter is melted, about 5 minutes. Do not boil. Season with salt and pepper. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

6 . Stage

Serve hot and enjoy! DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS