Description
Experience the comforting warmth of our Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup, crafted from pantry staples like canned tomatoes and tomato paste. This rich, velvety soup bursts with flavor, making it perfect for chilly nights or quick lunches. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a hassle-free meal that pairs beautifully with a gooey grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread. Enriched with fresh herbs and a creamy touch, this nutritious dish is not only satisfying but also offers flexibility for various serving options. Enjoy the luxury of homemade comfort food without the fuss!
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 2 cups heavy cream or plant-based milk
- Fresh basil and thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and carrots for about 6 minutes until soft. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in basil, thyme, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Return to the pot and stir in cream; heat gently while adjusting seasoning.
- Serve hot with garnishes like fresh basil or cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg