Simple Tuscan Tomato and Bread Soup | America's Test Kitchen

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving
• 3 garlic cloves, sliced thin
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 4 ounces hearty white sandwich bread, cut into ½-inch cubes (3 cups)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 sprig fresh basil plus 2 tablespoons chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Grated Parmesan cheese