Creamy Tomato Soup
Warm, rich, and irresistibly smooth, this creamy tomato soup is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for a quick dinner, easy lunch, or cozy meal, this easy recipe is packed with flavor and pairs beautifully with grilled cheese or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cans 14 oz each whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat and cook onion until soft
- 2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant
- 3. Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly
- 4. Add tomatoes and broth and mix well
- 5. Season with salt pepper sugar basil and oregano
- 6. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes
- 7. Blend until smooth
- 8. Return to heat and stir in cream and cheese
- 9. Adjust seasoning to taste
- 10. Serve hot with garnish
Notes
Use high-quality canned tomatoes for best flavor
Blend carefully while soup is hot
Add cream on low heat to avoid curdling
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12g
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