Description
Comforting Tomato Soup delivers a classic blend of ripe tomatoes and rich herbs that dance across your palate. Creamy, smooth, and packed with deep flavor, this recipe promises a hearty meal that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) fresh tomatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 quart (0.95 liters) vegetable broth
- 1/2 onion, diced (1 cup)
- 5 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/4 to 1/2 cup (60 to 120 milliliters) heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare a roasting environment by heating the oven to a robust 400°F, creating an ideal caramelization zone for vegetables.
- Arrange whole tomatoes, quartered onions, and peeled garlic cloves on a spacious baking sheet, generously coating with olive oil and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Roast the vegetable medley for approximately 35 minutes, allowing natural sugars to concentrate and edges to turn golden brown, developing deep, rich flavors.
- Transfer the roasted vegetables to a substantial cooking vessel, creating a flavor foundation for the soup.
- Craft a silky base by melting butter and incorporating flour, whisking continuously to construct a smooth, pale roux without browning.
- Gradually introduce vegetable broth, stirring methodically to prevent lumps and ensure a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Incorporate the caramelized roasted vegetables into the liquid base, allowing ingredients to harmonize and intensify their collective essence.
- Simmer the mixture for 12-15 minutes, enabling flavors to meld and develop complexity.
- Transform the soup into a uniform, creamy consistency using an immersion blender, pulverizing vegetables until perfectly smooth.
- Elevate the soup’s profile by folding in fresh basil leaves and optional heavy cream for added richness.
- Conduct a final seasoning assessment, adjusting salt and pepper to personal preference, then ladle into warm bowls and serve immediately.
Notes
- Roast tomatoes longer for deeper caramelization and intensified sweetness, which elevates the soup’s overall flavor profile.
- Experiment with different tomato varieties like heirloom or San Marzano for unique taste complexity and richer texture.
- Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch as a roux alternative for those with gluten sensitivities, ensuring the soup remains creamy and thick.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar or red wine during roasting to introduce subtle tangy undertones that complement the tomatoes’ natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg