Flavorful Tomato Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of this rich and *Flavorful Tomato Soup*, a homemade classic bursting with fresh ingredients and comforting aromas. This recipe takes the simple tomato soup to the next level by blending sautéed garlic, sweet carrots, and tangy whole canned tomatoes into a silky, creamy base enriched with fresh basil and a touch of heavy cream. The addition of vegetable broth and a dash of sugar balances the flavors perfectly, while the option to use an immersion blender makes achieving that smooth, velvety texture a breeze. In just 45 minutes, you can create a heartwarming meal that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner—especially when paired with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich. Packed with wholesome ingredients and made entirely from scratch, this soup is as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for chilly evenings or simply when you’re craving a taste of homemade comfort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 large, peeled and diced carrot
- 28 ounces canned whole tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 10 leaves, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced carrot, and sauté for 2 more minutes.
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes, including their juices, and break them up using a wooden spoon.
Add the vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, until the carrots are tender.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
Return the pot to the stovetop and stir in the chopped basil leaves and heavy cream.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Simmer for 5 more minutes, then serve hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.5 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1187 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*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.
