Description
Warm up this winter with our delightful Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup, a comforting dish made from canned tomatoes and pantry staples. In just 40 minutes, you can create a rich, creamy soup that is perfect for chilly days and cozy gatherings. The velvety texture is complemented by fresh herbs and vegetables, making it not only delicious but also nutritious. Serve it alongside a gooey grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience that both kids and adults will enjoy. This recipe is simple enough for busy weeknights yet special enough to impress guests at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Fresh basil and thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and carrots until softened (5-6 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable stock, and herbs; simmer partially covered for 15 minutes.
- Blend soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer to a stand blender.
- Stir in cream over medium-low heat; adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg