Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Best Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe, a comforting classic that combines the sweet essence of ripe tomatoes, roasted garlic, and fragrant basil. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or seeking solace on a chilly day. With its creamy texture and rich flavors, this tomato soup promises to be your go-to dish when you crave something hearty yet wholesome. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds fresh tomatoes (cut into 2” pieces)
- ½ onion (diced)
- 5 cloves garlic (peeled)
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 quart vegetable broth
- Optional: ¼ to ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Grease a large baking sheet.
- Arrange chopped tomatoes, diced onions, and garlic on the sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast for 30 minutes until blistered and caramelized.
- Let cool slightly, then blend with fresh basil until smooth.
- In a pot over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour until combined. Gradually add vegetable broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Pour in the blended mixture and add sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream if desired; heat through without boiling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg