Description
Roasted tomato basil soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending Mediterranean flavors with rustic charm. Garden-fresh ingredients and slow-roasted tomatoes create a silky, rich experience you’ll savor down to the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 9 Roma tomatoes, sliced lengthwise
- 1 (28 ounces/794 grams) can San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
- 2 cups chicken stock
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
Oils, Seasonings, and Dairy:
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Position the oven rack to the middle position and heat to 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal roasting environment for the tomatoes.
- Arrange halved tomatoes on a rimmed baking sheet, generously coating with olive oil and seasoning with salt and pepper. Roast for approximately 60 minutes until edges caramelize and tomatoes become deeply concentrated in flavor.
- Select a large Dutch oven and melt butter over medium-high heat. Introduce diced onions, sautéing until they become translucent and slightly golden, releasing their sweet aromatics.
- Incorporate minced garlic, thyme, and additional seasonings, stirring rapidly to prevent burning and allow the herbs to become wonderfully fragrant.
- Gently fold roasted tomatoes into the pot, combining with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh chopped basil, and a touch of sugar to balance the acidity.
- Pour chicken stock into the mixture, reducing heat to a gentle simmer. Allow ingredients to meld and develop complex flavors for approximately 30 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking.
- Transform the soup’s texture using an immersion blender, creating a smooth and creamy consistency directly in the pot. For alternative methods, carefully transfer to a standard blender, processing in small batches.
- Finish the soup by introducing heavy cream, which will add luxurious richness and silkiness. Taste and adjust seasonings, ensuring a perfectly balanced flavor profile.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with fresh basil leaves or accompanying with crispy homemade croutons for added texture and excitement.
Notes
- Roast tomatoes low and slow to concentrate their natural sweetness and deepen flavor complexity.
- Use San Marzano tomatoes for superior richness and authentic Italian taste profile.
- Experiment with dairy alternatives like coconut cream for vegan or lactose-free version.
- Immersion blender provides smoother texture and easier cleanup compared to traditional blending method.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg