Mississippi Delta Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

This creamy tomato basil soup recipe transforms Frontier Soups Mississippi Delta Tomato Basil Soup Mix into a rich, comforting homemade meal. With tomato purée, fragrant basil, vegetables, and a touch of cream, this easy soup is ready in about 35 minutes.

Ingredients

You Will Need

Mississippi Delta Tomato Basil Soup Mix
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth (48 oz.)
1 can (29 oz.) tomato puree
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 cup heavy or light cream (8 oz.)

Instructions

Here's What You Do

In a 3 or 4-quart non-aluminum pot*, bring broth to a boil.
Reduce heat and stir in soup mix. Return to a simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes.
Stir in tomato puree and brown sugar.
Return to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
Reduce heat and slowly stir in the cream.
Continue cooking, uncovered on low for 5 minutes and serve.

*Aluminum reacts with the acid in tomatoes and may cause a metallic taste.

Got leftovers? Learn how to cool, store, and reheat soup safely in our guide to soup storage and food safety.

Cooking & Nutrition Tips

Use the tips below to customize nutrition, boost flavor, or stretch the soup to fit your needs.

Reducing Sodium

Broth:

To reduce sodium, use an alternative broth such as: low-sodium, organic, stock, bone broth, unsalted, or try making a homemade broth. See chart below to compare.

All our mixes contain no added salt, only what occurs naturally in the ingredients. In the interest of transparency, we use regular (full-sodium) store-bought broth to create our recipes and calculate the nutrition panels — which is why the sodium levels may appear higher than you desire.

While we don’t like it from a health standpoint, salt is a major flavor booster. If you are using reduced sodium broth and looking to enhance flavor, try adding these depending on your preferences: fresh ground pepper, herbs & spices, lemon juice, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, hot-sauce, flavored vinegar.

Variety (1 cup)	Sodium (mg)	% Daily Value
Standard Broth	860 mg	37%
Low-Sodium Broth	570 mg	25%
Organic Broth	550 mg	24%
Stock	510 mg	22%
Bone Broth	400 mg	17%
Organic Low-Sodium Broth	100 mg	4%
Unsalted Broth	35 mg	2%

Boosting Protein

Instead of 1 cup heavy cream, use 1 cup cottage cheese (ideally full fat 4%). If using cottage cheese, we highly recommend you: 1) liquify/smooth entirely in blender or with immersion blender before adding, and 2) turn off the heat and let the soup cool slightly before adding so it does not curdle and/or lose its silky texture. See chart below for nutritional info.

Add a can of your favorite bean such as black, white/cannellini, lentil, chickpea, navy, etc.
Add shredded (or diced) cooked chicken (8-16 oz).
Swap standard broth for bone broth.
Top soup with hemp hearts or nutritional yeast.

Nutrient	Heavy Cream per 1 cup	Full-Fat Cottage Cheese (4%) per 1 cup
Protein	~5 – 6 g	~23 – 25 g
Calories	~800 – 820 kcal	~220 – 240 kcal
Total Fat	~88 – 90 g	~9 – 10 g
Sodium	~90 – 95 mg	~820 – 850 mg

Nutritious Options/Swaps

As mentioned above, swap cream for cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt)
Add cannellini or navy beans for a creamy texture boost.
Roast or sauté 1-2 cups additional vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, zucchini, butternut squash, or cauliflower to enhance sweetness and volume.
Toss in nutrient-dense greens such as spinach or kale for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Top with sliced avocado.

Recipe Variations

Looking to switch things up? A few simple tweaks can make this recipe your own.

Mediterranean Tomato Basil Soup:
When adding the cream, stir in ¾ lb fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined) and simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Garnish each bowl with crumbled feta, blue cheese, or parmesan.

Italian Sausage Upgrade:
Brown ½–1 lb Italian sausage and add it with the broth in the first step for a heartier, richer soup.

Chicken & Pasta Add-In:
Add shredded chicken and a handful of macaroni to turn the soup into a more filling meal.

Smoky Sausage & Veggie Twist:
Add ¾ lb diced smoked sausage, plus chopped celery or frozen peas and carrots, and simmer longer for a fuller, stew-like soup.

Herb & Spice Boost:
Enhance flavor with fresh basil, cayenne pepper, or a star anise pod (remove before serving).

Lighter Cream Option:
Substitute half-and-half, soymilk, or lactose-free milk for heavy cream. For extra thickness, whisk 2 Tbsp cornstarch into the milk before adding.

Tomato Basil Soup Serving Ideas

Top with Greek yogurt and/or sliced avocado.
Add fresh toppings like chiffonade basil, grated Parmesan, a drizzle of high-quality olive oil, or crunchy garlic croutons.
For a richer experience, add heavy cream or pesto.
Add texture with toasted nuts or bacon bits.
Pair with classics like grilled cheese, crusty bread, or a fresh salad.

Inspired by our customers. Thanks to Jo Anna, yukon25, Adley W., Kerri, S. Smith, Marie, Melodee, Anne, Cheryl C., and Odra H. for sharing their ideas.

Have a favorite twist of your own? Send us an email or leave a review on the product page.

Dietary Adaptations

These mixes are flexible by design. Use the adaptations below to meet your dietary needs or cooking preferences.

Vegan/Vegetarian

You Will Also Need:

4 cups vegetable broth (32 oz.)
1 can crushed tomatoes (29 oz.) with basil and herbs
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 can garbanzo beans, drained (14 oz.)
(optional: 1cup non-dairy milk/cream)

Here’s What You Do:

In a 3 or 4-quart non-aluminum pot, bring broth to a boil.
Reduce heat and stir in soup mix. Return to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
Add tomatoes, brown sugar.
Return to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
Stir in garbanzo beans and continue on low heat for 10 minutes.

* This soup will thicken. May need additional 2 cups of broth when reheating.
* For a creamier version add 1 cup cream or non-dairy cream substitute for the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Gluten Free

This soup is naturally gluten free when prepared as directed. No special substitutions are needed.

Dairy Free

Use lower-fat dairy, almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, or preferred dairy replacement.

Cooking Methods

Slow Cooker

We do not recommend using a slow cooker due to the short cooking time on the stovetop.

Pressure Cooker

We do not recommend using a pressure cooker due to the short cooking time on the stovetop.