Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup, a velvety classic that combines the natural sweetness of vine-ripened tomatoes with the richness of heavy cream. This easy recipe starts with fresh, wholesome ingredients like juicy medium tomatoes, aromatic onion, and garlic, slowly simmered with fragrant basil in a hearty vegetable stock. A touch of sugar balances the acidity, while a blend of salt and black pepper enhances the vibrant flavors. Pureed to silky perfection and finished with a splash of heavy cream, this soup is both satisfying and elegant. Perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or cozy dinner, serve this creamy tomato soup with crunchy croutons and a sprinkle of fresh basil for the ultimate comforting meal. Ready in just under an hour, it's a deliciously simple way to savor the taste of fresh garden produce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 medium (about 2 pounds) fresh tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
- 5 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups (optional, for garnish) croutons
Instructions
Wash and core the tomatoes. Cut them into quarters.
Peel the onion and garlic. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the quartered tomatoes, vegetable stock, and fresh basil leaves to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a countertop blender and blend until smooth.
Return the blended soup to the pot. Stir in the sugar, salt, black pepper, and heavy cream. Heat the soup gently over low heat without boiling for about 5 minutes.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serve the soup warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves and croutons if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.6 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 764 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 4669 mg | 99% | |
*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.
