Cottonpicker Tomato Soup
Warm your soul with a bowl of Cottonpicker Tomato Soup, a hearty twist on the classic comfort food that’s bursting with flavor. Made with a medley of fresh and wholesome ingredients, including sweet carrots, tender celery, and aromatic garlic and onion, this soup is simmered to perfection with rich vegetable stock and a generous helping of smoky paprika, cumin, and thyme. The star ingredient—vibrant canned whole peeled tomatoes—delivers a tangy, robust base, while fresh basil leaves add a fragrant finish. For extra indulgence, stir in a splash of optional heavy cream for a velvety texture that elevates every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this creamy tomato soup is perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a classic grilled cheese sandwich. If you’re searching for an easy homemade tomato soup recipe that’s packed with layers of flavor, this is it!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Dice the onion and sauté it in the pot until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pot. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Chop the carrots and celery into small pieces and add them to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
Pour in the canned whole peeled tomatoes (including the liquid) and break them up with a wooden spoon or spatula.
Add the vegetable stock, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the flavors combine well.
Using an immersion blender or a countertop blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. (If using a countertop blender, work in batches and allow the soup to cool slightly before blending.)
Return the blended soup to the pot. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and let the soup simmer for another 2 minutes.
For a creamier texture, you can add the optional heavy cream at this point and stir until fully incorporated.
Serve hot with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.6 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 5778 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.0 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.2 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 4046 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
