Creamy Christmas Soup to Warm Your Holidays with Flavor

This Creamy Christmas Soup is a delightful blend of tomatoes and basil, perfect for the holidays.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 6 cups

Course: Soup

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes Don't drain as that juice enhances the taste.
14.5 oz Italian Stewed Tomatoes Essential for the soup's base flavor.
10 oz Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Adds a bit of spice.
4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Stock Opt for low-sodium varieties.

For the Creaminess

1 lb Velveeta Cheese Sliced into 1-inch slices.
1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt works as a substitute.

For Texture and Garnish

12 oz Tricolor Spiral Shaped Pasta Cooked al dente.
1 tbsp Fresh Basil Finely chopped; parsley can work in a pinch.
Tortilla Chips For serving; feel free to swap with croutons.
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes For topping; adjust based on your preference.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine the diced tomatoes, Italian stewed tomatoes, and Rotel in the slow cooker. Set to low.
Pour in the stock and layer the Velveeta cheese on top. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
Whisk in the sour cream and cook on high for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked pasta and fresh basil, stirring gently. Cook on high for another hour.
Serve in bowls topped with crushed red pepper flakes, more fresh basil, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup can be prepared in advance, making it ideal for festive gatherings.

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