Best Tomato Soup Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Best Tomato Soup is creamy, comforting, and packed with rich tomato flavor. Made with simple pantry staples, fresh herbs, and a touch of cream, it’s the perfect cozy meal for chilly days. Serve it with a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate nostalgic lunch or dinner.

ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

olive oil or butter yellow onion garlic cloves canned crushed tomatoes tomato paste vegetable or chicken broth sugar heavy cream or half-and-half dried basil or fresh basil salt and pepper croutons or fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

directions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.

Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully blend in batches.

Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve warm, topped with croutons or fresh herbs if desired.

Servings and timing

This recipe serves about 4.Preparation time: 5 minutesCooking time: 30 minutesTotal time: 35 minutes

Variations

Add roasted red peppers for a smoky twist.

Use fire-roasted tomatoes for deeper flavor.

Make it vegan by using coconut milk instead of cream.

Stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat.

storage/reheating

Store Best Tomato Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

FAQs

Can I use fresh tomatoes?

Yes! Use about 2 pounds of ripe tomatoes, chopped. Roast them for extra flavor.

Why add sugar?

It balances the acidity of the tomatoes and rounds out the flavor.

Can I make it dairy-free?

Use coconut milk or a dairy-free creamer.

How do I make it thicker?

Simmer a bit longer to reduce or add a bit more tomato paste.

What goes well with tomato soup?

Grilled cheese, garlic bread, or a simple green salad.

Conclusion

Best Tomato Soup is a warm, satisfying classic that’s easy to make and full of comforting flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this cozy soup anytime you need a bowl of homemade goodness. Once you try it, you’ll never go back to canned!

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