Best tomato soup recipe

Ultimate Guide to the Best Tomato Soup Recipe

Discover a delicious homemade tomato soup recipe, perfect for a quiet night at home, bursting with rich creaminess and bursting with flavor.

 

 

Introduction

Tomato soup is a timeless favorite that not only heats the stomach but also warms the heart. Whether you enjoy cozying up on chilly nights or want to impress guests with a tasty recipe, this tomato soup recipe is perfect: simple, flavorful, healthy, and easy to make.

 

 

Ingredients

To prepare the best tomato soup, you will need these ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 2 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or to taste
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

 

Instructions

1. Vegetable Preparation

Heat olive oil in a big pot over medium heat. Cook the chopped onion until tender, translucent in color, about 5 minutes. Then you add the minced garlic and diced carrot to cook for the next 3-4 minutes until all the vegetables become tender.

 

2. Add the Tomatoes and Broth

Add whole peeled tomatoes, including juices, to your saucepan. Stir tomatoes with back of a wooden spoon to smash them up into bits. Add vegetable broth, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, stirring everything together.

 

3. Simmer the Soup

Bring this mixture to boil and then reduce the heat down low. Let it simmer for 30 minutes. This way all the flavors combine so nicely. Keep stirring occasionally so that nothing sticks to the pan.

 

4. Puree to Perfection

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired smoothness. Or use a regular blender in batches and cool the soup slightly before blending for less mess.

 

5. Add Creamy Goodness

Place the blended soup back into the pot and add the heavy cream. Heat at low until warmed, but not to a boil. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

 

6. Serve and Garnish

Ladle the soup into the bowls. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. To give it a little touch of luxury, you can drizzle some olive oil on top.

 

 

Tips for the Best Tomato Soup

• Use Quality Tomatoes: Canned whole peeled tomatoes will be perfect to create great flavor. The best ones are San marzano tomatoes.
  

• Add a Touch of Sweetness: A teaspoon of sugar helps to reduce the sour taste from tomatoes and balances the overall flavor.

• Customize the Heat: Add more or less red pepper flakes according to your desired level of heat.

• Creamy Perfection Use coconut milk or non-dairy cream substitutes if a dairy-free version is preferred.

 

Conclusion

This ultimate recipe of the best tomato soup ever will surely find a place on the must-try list for anyone who would call themselves a comforting and full-bodied foodie. The nice, smooth creamy texture with vibrant taste makes it perfect for any occasion. It goes well especially when having it with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwich. Try it out and see why this tomato soup recipe is considered to be the best tomato soup recipe.

 

 

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