🍅 Slow Cooker Copycat Nordstrom Tomato Basil Soup
This Slow Cooker Copycat Nordstrom Tomato Basil Soup is a rich, creamy, restaurant-style soup made with ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, garlic, and a silky cream finish. It’s the perfect cozy meal paired with a grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread.
Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High)
- Total Time: About 7 hours
- Servings: 6–8
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes, with juice
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar (balances tomato acidity)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Creamy Finish
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves
- Parmesan cheese
- Drizzle of cream or olive oil
- Croutons (optional)
Instructions
1. Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker
Place into the crockpot:
- Tomatoes with juices
- Diced tomatoes
- Onion
- Garlic
- Broth
- Tomato paste
- Olive oil
- Dried basil
- Oregano
- Sugar
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
Stir well.
2. Slow Cook
Cover and cook:
- LOW: 6–8 hours
- HIGH: 3–4 hours
The tomatoes and onions should become very tender.
3. Blend the Soup
- Use an immersion blender directly in the slow cooker until smooth.
OR
- Carefully blend in batches using a countertop blender.
4. Make It Creamy
Stir in:
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Butter
- Fresh basil
Cook on low for another 15–20 minutes until warmed through.
5. Serve
Top with fresh basil, Parmesan, and a drizzle of cream.
Serving Suggestions
Perfect with:
🥪 Classic grilled cheese sandwich
🥖 Garlic bread
🥗 Caesar salad
🧀 Cheese toast
🥐 Warm dinner rolls
Tips for the Best Tomato Basil Soup
- Use high-quality canned tomatoes for the richest flavor.
- Roasting the garlic before adding it creates a deeper, sweeter taste.
- Add cream slowly at the end to keep the soup smooth.
- For a thicker restaurant-style texture, reduce the broth slightly or add extra tomato paste.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze before adding cream for up to 3 months for the best texture.
- Reheat: Warm gently on the stove, stirring occasionally.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
Flavor Variations
🌿 Extra Basil: Add fresh basil at the end for a brighter flavor.
🧀 Cheesy Tomato Soup: Add mozzarella or extra Parmesan before serving.
🔥 Roasted Tomato Version: Roast tomatoes first for a deeper, smoky flavor.
🍗 Protein Boost: Add shredded chicken or white beans.
This slow cooker tomato basil soup delivers that creamy, velvety, sweet-and-savory restaurant flavor with minimal effort—comfort food at its best. 🍅🌿