Description
A comforting and creamy tomato soup recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a cozy meal. This homemade soup is rich in flavor and pairs well with a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
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For the Tomato Soup:
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Fresh basil or croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large saucepan, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook.
- Cook Soup: Add tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, basil, and sugar. Simmer covered for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend: Use immersion blender or traditional blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Finish: Return to heat, stir in cream, season with salt and pepper. Heat through and serve garnished.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk for cream.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- This soup pairs wonderfully with grilled cheese sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
