Description
Cozy up with a bowl of Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup made with canned tomatoes, the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This velvety soup blends the rich flavors of crushed tomatoes, garlic, and heavy cream, creating a delightful dish that warms your soul. Perfect for a quiet night in or when entertaining friends, this creamy tomato soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or gooey grilled cheese sandwiches. With every spoonful, experience warmth and satisfaction that will have you coming back for more!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 5-7 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Add dried basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Return to low heat and stir in heavy cream until combined and heated through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve in bowls garnished with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 326
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 672mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 66mg