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Tomato Basil Soup – La Madeleine Style

October 27, 2010 By Julie 39 Comments

There are a lot of things I miss about living in Texas.  Fabulous grocery stores,  great friends and, of course, Tex Mex all number at the top of the list.  Despite the fact that Tex Mex is certainly one of my favorite flavor memories from living in the southwest, it isn’t the only food memory I left.  Dream Cafe’s Ricotta Pancakes and Austin tacos are sorely missed.  I find myself craving Mi Cocina’s killer margaritas and chicken fajitas on a weekly basis and La Madeleine’s Country French Cafe tomato basil soup is always at the back of mind.  Yes they’re a chain, but that doesn’t stop their soup from being some of the best I’ve ever eaten.  It’s really good.

When I first had the opportunity to sit down and try this soup, I knew I needed to learn how to replicate it.  I set out to find the recipe online and discovered a version that has served me well to this day.  I’ve been making it for about 5 years now and while I can’t take credit for the recipe, I can certainly take credit for enjoying every last bite of this delicious soup and in the process of doing so, preserve a few of my precious Texas memories of days gone by.

Ingredients Needed:

Adapted from La Madeleine’s Recipe

2 28 Oz Cans of Tomatoes
1 Large Bunch of Fresh Basil
4 Cups of Tomato Juice, Veggie or Chicken Broth
1 Cup of Cream (I use  about 1/2 cup)
1 Stick of Butter (I use 1/2 Stick)
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Add together in a large pot your tomatoes and juice/broth.  Let it cook on medium low heat covered for about 30 minutes.

I tend to turn the heat up a hair and cook it for a shorter period because I have no patience to wait.

When your soup is good and hot, go ahead and throw in your basil leaves.  You can chop them up first or just be lazy like me and let your emulsifier do all the work.

If you don’t have an emulsifier, you’ll need to put the soup into a blender in batches and mulch up the basil.

Finally you’ll add in your butter and cream and let it melt down and heat back up.

Now all that’s left to do is grab a bowl and pour yourself a little bowl of your own Texas memories.

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Tomato Basil Soup - La Madaleine Style

Adapted from La Madeleine's Recipe

Ingredients:

2 28 Oz Cans of Tomatoes
1 Large Bunch of Fresh Basil
4 Cups of Tomato Juice, Veggie or Chicken Broth
1 Cup of Cream (I use about 1/2 cup)
1 Stick of Butter (I use 1/2 Stick)
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Directions:

Add together in a large pot your tomatoes and juice/broth. Let it cook on medium low heat covered for about 30 minutes.

When your soup is good and hot, go ahead and throw in your basil leaves.

Grab your emulsifier and blend up your soup. If you don't have an emulsifier, you'll need to put the soup into a blender in batches and mulch up the basil.

Finally you'll add in your butter and cream and let it melt down and heat back up.

Tomato Basil Soup - La Madeleine Style on Foodista

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Comments

  1. nancy@skinnykitchen.com says

    October 27, 2010 at 5:26 am

    Wow this tomato soup sounds really good and very rich! I’m going to try it using reduced-fat milk and butter! Thanks for sharing…

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  2. Chaplain Donna says

    October 27, 2010 at 7:58 am

    Yummy! I do not normally like tomato soup, but something tells me, I would love yours! It is the perfect compliment to a cool fall evening.

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  3. Rita says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:06 am

    You really do have great recipes Julie.
    What I love about this one is that I can make and enjoy it in the cold winter;
    another keeper for me; thanks.
    Rita

    Reply
  4. OK CHICK says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:18 am

    My family LOVES La Madeleine breakfast. It’s one of our eats when we are in Dallas. Sister #2 loves their jam, which I must say is pretty tasty!

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  5. Sarah @ Mum In Bloom says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:46 am

    Beautiful photos Julie. This is my kids favourite soup by far. I make it in huge batches and store it in Mason Jars in the fridge and freezer so I always have some on hand. It’s great to give to a friend feeling under the weather too ;o)

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  6. Sarah @ Mum In Bloom says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:48 am

    Psst! I’d love love if you had a tab or link to all your recipes. I often drop by your site when looking for something to make & would love to see a quick reference 🙂

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  7. Katerina says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:56 am

    I can undrstand from this soup why you miss Texas so much. If what you were eating there was half as good as this soup then you have every right to contemplate on that.

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  8. Claire says

    October 27, 2010 at 9:42 am

    i am from Dallas and have to agree with all 3 items on your “miss list”! I go to MiCocina at least once a week! haha- this looks delicious!

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  9. anne says

    October 27, 2010 at 10:49 am

    that looks good!!!

    anne

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  10. Chaya says

    October 27, 2010 at 12:10 pm

    Tomato soup – yummy. Your photos are so appealing, I want to go to the kitchen and make the soup, immediately.

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  11. Laura says

    October 27, 2010 at 1:39 pm

    This looks fabulous, Julie. My husband is a huge tomato soup fan–I have to give this a try.

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  12. M @ Betty Crapper says

    October 27, 2010 at 1:49 pm

    It’s got butter and cream. What’s not to like? Seriously want this with a grilled cheese sandwich.

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  13. blackbookkitchendiaries says

    October 27, 2010 at 3:19 pm

    oh wow..this soup looks divine! i have this recipe bookmarked. thank you for sharing.

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  14. Ameena says

    October 27, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    I’ve never been to Texas and I’ve certainly never had soup with butter in it (I think?) but now I feel like I need to take a trip and have some soup! My gosh this looks amazing!! Your photography skills just never cease to amaze me.

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  15. Christine says

    October 27, 2010 at 7:37 pm

    Oh my gosh, yum! I make tomato soup all the time, but not like this. I’m putting it on the menu for next week. Thanks.

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  16. Anna Johnston says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:19 pm

    Nice, nice 🙂 The basil keeps such a crisp clean flavour while the little dollop of butter adds such richness. Lovely.

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  17. Lindsay @ Pinch of Yum says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:31 pm

    Beautiful photo! I love tomato basil soup but I have never made my own. This looks so delish!

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  18. Joey @ Big Teeth & Clouds says

    October 27, 2010 at 8:48 pm

    I love to replicate restaurant favorites at home, but then there’s absolutely no reason to go out anymore. Thank goodness for Japanese Steak Houses. I can’t do that at home!

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  19. Annie says

    October 27, 2010 at 9:46 pm

    I love tomato soup and that recipe not only looks delicious but also easy! I bet that it would go great with a fancy shmancy grilled cheese sandwich.

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  20. Monet says

    October 28, 2010 at 12:03 am

    Growing up in Houston, we went to La Madeleine all the time. Since we’ve moved back to Texas, I’ve yet to visit. Now I don’t need to…I can make your lovely soup and satisfy my craving! Thank you so much for sharing this…I have a fresh loaf of bread that would be perfect with this!

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  21. Biren @ Roti n Rice says

    October 28, 2010 at 12:31 am

    With the nasty weather outside, I sure don’t mind staying in with a bowl of this delicious soup. Would be great with some nice, warm rolls.

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  22. Maricris says

    October 28, 2010 at 12:41 am

    This is just yum! @Dalefg loves tomato soup and the herb basil. It’s 12:39am {yeah,what am I doing up, right?} and just the sight of this is making me want soup now. I’m a big fan of soup! You’re such a great cook. Wish I can be like you =)

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  23. Holly L says

    October 28, 2010 at 1:33 am

    I am so ready for some good soup and this fits perfectly with what I had in mind!

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  24. pigpigscorner says

    October 28, 2010 at 8:04 am

    I think it’s time for some soup! Looks so good! Great clicks.

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  25. Lamb says

    October 28, 2010 at 9:33 am

    While the recipe does sound quite tasty, what I’m really loving here is that cute little green bowl! Mind if I ask for more info on it?

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  26. Emily Z says

    October 28, 2010 at 9:50 am

    I LOVE tomato basil soup! Yours looks fantastic! ***mouth is watering!***

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  27. 5 Star Foodie says

    October 28, 2010 at 10:09 am

    A delicious looking tomato basil soup – this is a terrific recipe!

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  28. Julie says

    October 28, 2010 at 12:26 pm

    Just divine…I’d love a bowl of that for lunch!

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  29. Maranda says

    October 28, 2010 at 2:15 pm

    You had me at butter. LOL! This soup looks delicious! Pair that with a BLT on sourdough and I’m there!

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  30. chef_d says

    October 29, 2010 at 4:45 am

    Yummy combination–tomatoes, basil and cream looks delicious! What a gorgeous color!

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  31. Fun On A Dime Lady says

    October 29, 2010 at 10:03 am

    This looks yummy! My kids always seem to like the more straight liquid soups vs. the chunky veggies. I’m betting they would love this! Thanks!

    Stopping by from SITS

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  32. Margaret Almon says

    October 29, 2010 at 11:47 am

    Wow! This reminds me of Vodka Sauce for pasta–sounds delicious. I know my parents pined for tex-mex food when they moved from El Paso to Canada when I was a baby. My mother made her own tortillas, and did her best to recreate the food, in spite of there being nowhere to buy Mexican groceries!

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  33. Gitte says

    October 30, 2010 at 3:29 am

    Lovely, delicious, fantastic looking soup. Makes me wanna go make it at 03:30 am.

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  34. Nirmala says

    October 30, 2010 at 7:14 pm

    I love how simple this recipe is, made from ingredients that can be found in a pantry. I love tomato soups. Happy Halloween, Julie.

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  35. Destiny says

    October 31, 2010 at 9:05 am

    Made this soup last night for my family and it was absolutely delicious! So easy and so tasty. Thanks for sharing!!

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  36. GreenGirl says

    November 3, 2010 at 2:41 pm

    I’ve only been once to Texas but I’d love a bowl of soup.

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  37. rebecca says

    November 4, 2010 at 2:43 pm

    looks great love all the fresh basil in there 🙂 thanks for the kind words on the talk

    Reply
  38. Sommer @ A Spicy Perspective says

    November 4, 2010 at 8:48 pm

    I’m totally with you on the Texmex. Some people knock it, but they’ve obviously never experienced Texan innovation at it’s best!

    GOOD tomato soup is such a treat! This looks simply perfect!

    Reply

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