Creamy Tomato Soup
Indulge in the comfort of homemade **Creamy Tomato Soup**, a silky blend of ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and warm dried basil, elevated with a touch of rich heavy cream. This classic recipe brings together simple, wholesome ingredients for a velvety texture that's achieved with an effortless puree. Simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth, and balanced with a hint of sweetness and seasoning, this soup is the epitome of cozy, flavorful dining. Perfect as a starter or a light meal, serve it hot, garnished with fresh basil and paired with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich. Ready in just 45 minutes, this soul-warming tomato soup is a quick and satisfying choice for any weeknight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 6 medium ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
Add the chopped tomatoes and continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the tomato paste and allow it to cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add sugar, salt, black pepper, and dried basil.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.
Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat gently over low heat, being careful not to let it boil.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves. Serve hot with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.1 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.0 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 4141 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3578 mg | 76% | |
*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.
