Kitchen Tomato Soup
Warm, comforting, and effortlessly delicious, Kitchen Tomato Soup is the ultimate go-to recipe for a cozy meal made from pantry staples. Featuring the robust flavors of canned whole peeled tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and sweet onions sautéed to perfection, this easy-to-prepare soup is elevated with a hint of dried basil and a touch of optional cream for a luscious, velvety finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot wonder offers the perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness, with a splash of vegetable broth and a sprinkling of sugar to round out the flavor. Serve it with a garnish of fresh basil for a vibrant touch and pair with crusty bread or a gooey grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Bursting with bold tomato goodness and simple ingredients, this classic tomato soup is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or whenever you’re craving a bowlful of homemade warmth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced yellow onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned whole peeled tomatoes, including their juices, and break them up slightly with a wooden spoon as they cook.
Add the vegetable broth, sugar, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a stand blender in batches and blend until smooth.
If using, stir in the heavy cream to make the soup creamy and luxurious.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.3 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 777 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.
