I wasn’t even hungry and I finished the whole bowl.

You might think of brands on the internet like Simply Recipes (oh hi!).

You might also think of magazines, cookbooks, chefs, restaurants, and even TikTok.

Nordstrom storefront

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What you probably don’t think of is department stores.

You know, the place where you’re free to buy clothes and handbags and perfume.

Well, maybe you should start.

Bowl of Nordstrom soup next to a spoon and a blue table napkin

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It turns out there are quite a few, including this legendary tomato soup from Nordstrom.

Saute for about 5 minutes until softened.

Then, add a teaspoon or so each of dried basil, salt, and pepper.

Some of the Nordstrom soup lifted from the bowl with a spoon

Simply Recipes / Ariel Knutson

Let simmer for about 25 minutes.

Add 16 ounces of heavy cream to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes.

to blend the soup until smooth.

Serve the soup with more fresh basil on top.

I just couldn’t stop!

Is it the most complex ordelicious tomato soupyou’ll ever make?

Does it lack some depth?

Does it hit the spot?