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Easy Tuscan Tomato & Bread Soup One Pot Recipe

This one pot recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a comforting, hearty dish.
Combining canned tomatoes, white sandwich bread, fresh basil, and olive oil, this recipe offers a quick and flavorful solution for a satisfying meal.
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Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian, Tuscany
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus extra for serving
  • 3 garlic cloves sliced thin
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 ounces hearty white sandwich bread cut into 1/2-inch pieces (3 cups)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 sprig fresh basil plus 2 tablespoons chopped, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, bread, chicken broth, basil sprig, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the bread is softened and the soup thickens slightly, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove and discard the basil sprig. Whisk the soup until the bread breaks down completely, and the soup reaches a thick, smooth consistency, about 1 minute.
  • Garnish each portion with grated Parmesan, chopped basil, and a drizzle of extra olive oil. Serve hot.
Keyword Easy bread and tomato soup, Hearty Italian soup, One pot tomato soup recipe, Quick pappa al pomodoro, Simple comfort food ideas
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