Description
Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This creamy, rich soup highlights the natural sweetness of roasted Roma tomatoes, complemented by aromatic fresh basil and a hint of thyme. The result is a velvety texture that warms your soul and tantalizes your taste buds. Serve it alongside a crispy grilled cheese sandwich or homemade croutons for a delightful meal that both kids and adults will love. This easy recipe requires minimal ingredients, making it an ideal choice for cooks of all skill levels. Enjoy every heartwarming spoonful of this delicious dish!
Ingredients
- 9 Roma tomatoes
- 1 yellow onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Halve the tomatoes and spread them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then roast for 1 hour.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and thyme; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, and sugar; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add roasted tomatoes and chicken stock to the pot; simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or standard blender.
- Return the soup to the pot and stir in heavy cream until combined.
- Serve hot with croutons on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use ripe Roma tomatoes for optimal sweetness. Fresh basil enhances flavor; avoid dried herbs if possible. For added richness, consider garnishing with grated Parmesan cheese.