Description
Indulge in the warmth of a bowl of Best Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe, where fresh ingredients and rich flavors come together for a comforting meal. This creamy tomato soup, made with roasted tomatoes, garlic, and basil, is not only delicious but also simple to prepare. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends, this recipe will leave you feeling satisfied and cozy. Pair it with a grilled cheese sandwich or fresh crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds fresh tomatoes (cut into 2” pieces)
- ½ onion (diced)
- 5 cloves garlic (chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 quart vegetable broth
- ¼ to ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and grease a large baking sheet.
- Arrange the tomatoes on the baking sheet, adding diced onions and chopped garlic on top. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for about 30 minutes until soft and slightly charred.
- Blend the roasted vegetables with fresh basil until smooth.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt salted butter, whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add vegetable broth.
- Stir in the blended tomato mixture and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- If desired, add heavy cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg