Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Best Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe, where fresh ingredients come together for a rich and creamy experience. Roasted tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic basil create a delightful blend that warms the soul. Perfect as an appetizer or served alongside grilled cheese, this soup is simple to make yet offers a gourmet touch to any meal. With just a few steps, you can enjoy a bowl of homemade goodness that’s far superior to canned alternatives. Embrace the joy of cooking and savor every warm spoonful today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds fresh tomatoes (cut into 2” pieces)
- ½ cup diced onion (approx. 1 onion)
- 5 cloves garlic (peeled and chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 quart vegetable broth
- Heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Grease a large baking sheet.
- Spread chopped tomatoes, diced onions, and garlic on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- Transfer roasted vegetables to a blender along with fresh basil; blend until smooth.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour until combined.
- Gradually add vegetable broth while stirring until thickened.
- Pour in blended mixture; stir well to combine.
- Adjust seasoning with sugar if necessary; stir in heavy cream before serving if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg