Description
A comforting and creamy Tomato Soup recipe that is perfect for a cozy meal. This homemade soup is easy to make and bursting with flavor, making it a great option for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large pot, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook Onion: Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in Tomato Paste: Add the tomato paste and cook to deepen the flavor.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth: Include the canned tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in heavy cream if desired.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or serve with a grilled cheese sandwich.
- For a vegan version, omit the butter and cream or use plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
