- If you want to add extra flavor to the soup, you can use low sodium vegetable stock instead of water.
- Adding basil at the end helps retain its fresh flavor. If you don't like that flavor, you can add the basil leaves while the veggies are cooking. You will then have a milder basil flavor.
- While transferring the soup back to the pan in the last step, optionally, you can add fresh cream or half n half for a more creamier soup.