CRAZY EASY TOMATO BASIL SOUP | plus homemade croutons

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is healthier, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

Add 2 cans of condensed tomato soup to a large bowl over medium heat.

Measure out 20 oz of whole milk and whisk it with the tomato soup.

Add marinara sauce to the mixture, adjusting the amount as desired.

Add 2 teaspoons of dried basil, crushing it in your hands before adding.

Measure in 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, then whisk together.

Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste and let it heat.

Cut hoagie rolls into 1-inch cubes for croutons.

Drizzle 1/4 cup of olive oil over the bread cubes and toss well.

Add 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt to the bread cubes and toss again.

Spread the seasoned bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake in a 400°F oven for about 5 minutes.

Toss the croutons and return to the oven for another 5 minutes until golden and crisp.

Serve the soup in bowls, topped with croutons, shredded parmesan cheese, and additional basil.

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