Creamy Tomato Soup
Tomato soup is the ultimate comfort food, bringing warmth and nostalgia with every spoonful. This creamy, flavorful dish is easy to prepare and pairs perfectly with grilled cheese for a cozy meal any time of year. With ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a hint of sweetness, this recipe promises to transform your weeknight dinners into something special.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil (or fresh if available)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add fresh tomatoes and vegetable broth; stir well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 20 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Season with dried basil, salt, pepper, and sugar; stir to combine.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender in batches.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg