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Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

There's no more classic a comfort food than Creamy Tomato Basil Soup. Fix this recipe in the slow cooker for added convenience.
Course Soups & Stews
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 5 minutes
Servings 10 one-cup servings
Author Deborah Tayloe

Ingredients

  • 28 oz. salt-free organic crushed tomatoes
  • 28 oz. salt-free tomato sauce organic
  • 32 oz. salt-free vegetable stock it's in a box near the canned soups
  • 2 large handfuls of fresh sweet basil washed and minced
  • or
  • 1 heaping tablespoon of dried basil
  • 1 large sprig of rosemary keep on the stem
  • Freshly harvested parsley to taste or dried parsley
  • 2 cloves of grated garlic
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper
  • 1 cup of half and half

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into your slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 6 1/2 hours. You may stir occasionally to minimize sticking, but keep the lid on as much as possible.
  • After 6 1/2 hours, add in the half and half. Whisk it to ensure it blends well. Replace lid and cook an additional 30 minutes.
  • Remove the sprig of rosemary.
  • If you'd like a creamier texture, you may use an immersion blender to smooth out the soup more. Some prefer this more rustic texture.
  • Serve with your favorite sandwich or bread as a side.

Notes

  1. Organic, salt-free tomato products are the next best thing to fresh. Opt for these whenever possible.
  2. You may add salt if you find it needs it. However, for those on a restricted sodium diet, this is an ideal bowl of soup.