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Tomato soup, a classic comfort food, is a timeless culinary embrace that celebrates the vibrant essence of ripe tomatoes. The soup’s simplicity belies its rich and satisfying flavor profile. Fresh tomatoes are often blended to create a smooth and velvety base. While aromatic ingredients like onions, garlic, and herbs contribute depth and complexity. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup embodies a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Garnished with a dollop of cream and fresh basil, this enduring classic remains a go-to choice for soothing the soul.
Easy Tomato Soup
Tomato soup is one of the most comforting things you can make at home. Here is how I like to make it.
Ingredients
- 7 large tomatoes
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, (fine diced)
- 5 cloves garlic, (diced)
- 1½ tbsp tomato paste
- 1½ cups vegetable stock
- 1 sprig thyme
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp salt
- ½ tbsp sugar
- basil
Instructions
- Cut your tomatoes and bell peppers in half and place them onto a baking tray with the skin side facing up.7 large tomatoes, 2 red bell peppers
- Place into the oven at 425F for 25 minutes or until the skin is charred.
- Remove the charred skin and then set aside.
- Into a large pot over medium heat add olive oil.1 tbsp olive oil
- Add diced onions and garlic. Stir 2 minutes.1 onion, 5 cloves garlic
- Add tomato paste, stir 1 minute.1½ tbsp tomato paste
- Add the roasted tomatoes and peppers into the pot along with vegetable stock and thyme. Cover to cook for 15-20 minutes.1½ cups vegetable stock, 1 sprig thyme
- Using a blender, blend until smooth.
- Add heavy cream, and season with salt and sugar to taste.½ cup heavy cream, 1 tbsp salt, ½ tbsp sugar
- Top with some more olive oil, cream, and basil.basil
