Ahhh yes 😌🍅 Tomato Soup—comfort in a bowl, creamy or classic, tangy, and perfect with grilled cheese or crusty bread. Here’s a simple, foolproof recipe.
🍅 Classic Tomato Soup
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes or whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- ½ tsp dried basil or 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- ½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup heavy cream for creamy tomato soup
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics
- Heat olive oil or butter in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook 5–7 minutes until soft.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes & broth
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and broth.
- Add sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat.
- Simmer 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Blend
- Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender in batches.
- Optional creaminess
- Stir in heavy cream at the end for a creamy version. Heat through, but do not boil.
- Serve
- Garnish with fresh basil, a drizzle of cream, or croutons. Perfect with grilled cheese.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Flavor boost: Sauté a carrot with onions for natural sweetness.
- Acidity balance: Sugar or a splash of milk/cream helps mellow tartness.
- Texture: For chunkier soup, blend partially and leave some tomato pieces.
- Make ahead: Soup stores well for 2–3 days in the fridge; flavors improve overnight.
Optional variations:
- Roasted tomato version: Roast fresh tomatoes with garlic and onion before blending.
- Spicy kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.
- Herb-forward: Finish with fresh basil, thyme, or parsley.
This is classic, comforting, and versatile—perfect for any day you want a cozy bowl.
Do you want it classic smooth tomato or rich and creamy?
