Potage De Tomate or Tomato Soup If You Prefer
Experience comfort in a bowl with Potage de Tomate, or Tomato Soup if you prefer—a timeless classic elevated with a touch of French-inspired flair. This recipe features the perfect balance of savory and sweet, combining rich canned whole peeled tomatoes, sautéed yellow onions, fragrant garlic, and fresh basil. A splash of optional heavy cream transforms the soup into a velvety indulgence, while crusty bread or golden croutons create an irresistible pairing. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy homemade tomato soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Packed with flavor, heartwarming simplicity, and wholesome ingredients, it’s a recipe you’ll return to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 10 large fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
- crusty bread or croutons (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Pour the canned tomatoes into the pot, breaking them up with a wooden spoon.
Add the vegetable broth, sugar, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the fresh basil leaves to the pot and cook for 2 more minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until smooth, or transfer small batches to a countertop blender.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a richer soup and heat gently for 2-3 minutes over low heat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot with crusty bread or croutons for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 1079 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
