Description
A comforting and flavorful Roasted Tomato Basil Soup recipe that is perfect for a cozy night in. This soup is rich and creamy with the sweetness of roasted tomatoes and the freshness of basil, creating a delicious combination of flavors.
Ingredients
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Fresh Roasted Tomatoes:
- 9 Roma tomatoes, sliced lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Soup Base:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
- 1 28 oz. can San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
- 1 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
Mini Croutons:
- Small pieces of bread, cut into cubes
- Oil for drizzling
- 1 clove garlic, diced
- Fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Roast the tomatoes: Spread tomato halves on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 1 hour.
- Prepare the soup: In a large pot, heat oil or butter. Saute onion, then add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in crushed tomatoes, basil, and sugar. Simmer, then add stock and roasted tomatoes. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Purée the soup: Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to purée. Return to the pot, stir in cream.
- Make the croutons: Toss bread cubes with oil, garlic, and basil. Bake at 400°F for 7 minutes.
- Serve: Top the soup with croutons and serve hot.
Notes
- Fresh Roma tomatoes are ideal for roasting.
- Roasted tomatoes can be made up to 1 day in advance.
- Use fresh thyme and basil for best flavor.
- Substitute milk or half-and-half for cream if needed.
- Vegetable stock can replace chicken stock for a vegetarian option.
- Soup can be refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
