Description
Indulge in the warmth of Roasted Tomato Basil Soup, a comforting bowl of creamy goodness perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This delightful soup elevates the humble tomato by roasting it to perfection, enhancing its natural sweetness and creating a rich flavor profile. Paired beautifully with crunchy grilled cheese sandwiches or enjoyed on its own, this soup is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. With simple steps and fresh ingredients, you can whip up this luscious dish in no time, making it an ideal choice for meal prep as well.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 Roma tomatoes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 can (28 oz.) crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 cups chicken stock
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Arrange tomato halves on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 1 hour until soft.
- In a large pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion for 5 minutes; add minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Mix in crushed tomatoes, basil, and sugar; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add chicken stock and roasted tomatoes; simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg