Description
Creamy homemade tomato soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending ripe summer tomatoes with aromatic herbs. Smooth velvet texture and rich flavor invite warm spoonfuls that comfort and delight you.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups tomatoes, fresh or canned
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
Liquid and Broth:
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup water
Seasoning and Extras:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Dice onions and mince garlic, preparing ingredients for a flavor-packed soup foundation.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, allowing it to shimmer and become fragrant.
- Sauté onions until translucent and softened, approximately 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour chopped tomatoes into the pot, stirring to combine with the aromatic onion and garlic mixture.
- Add vegetable or chicken broth, water, salt, black pepper, dried basil, and sugar, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and tomatoes to break down.
- Remove pot from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy, or carefully transfer to a standard blender in batches.
- Optional: Stir in heavy cream for a richer, velvety texture and enhanced flavor profile.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.
- Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Select ripe, juicy tomatoes for the most intense, natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Roast tomatoes beforehand to intensify their caramelized, concentrated taste and add a smoky undertone.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version that maintains a creamy, luxurious texture.
- Balance acidity by adding a pinch of baking soda during cooking to neutralize tomatoes’ sharp edge and create a smoother taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg