Description
The Best Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe is a delightful blend of fresh tomatoes, aromatic onions, and fragrant garlic, creating a rich and creamy soup that warms the soul. Perfect for cozy dinners or quick lunches, this recipe shines with its unique roasting method that enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread, this tomato soup is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds fresh tomatoes (cut into 2” pieces)
- ½ onion (diced, 1 cup)
- 5 cloves garlic (peeled and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 quart vegetable broth
- Optional: ¼ to ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and lightly grease a large baking sheet.
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 30 minutes total, stirring halfway through and broiling for the last few minutes for extra charring.
- Transfer roasted mixture to a high-powered blender with fresh basil and blend until smooth.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add vegetable broth and sugar while whisking until smooth.
- Stir in the blended tomato mixture and simmer for about 15 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg