Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe
Cozy up with a bowl of this rich and velvety homemade tomato soup, a comforting classic made entirely from scratch. Featuring fresh, ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and smooth heavy cream, this soup boasts a perfectly balanced flavor profile with a hint of sweetness and a savory depth. The easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant starter. Blended to creamy perfection and finished with a garnish of fresh basil, this tomato soup pairs wonderfully with a side of crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese. With minimal prep and wholesome ingredients, this recipe will become your go-to for a warm, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 6 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped fresh tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, let the soup cool slightly and blend it in batches in a countertop blender. Be cautious with the hot liquid.
Return the soup to the pot if blended separately. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through, but do not let it boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.0 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.0 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 4700 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3989 mg | 85% | |
*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.
