Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of homemade Roasted Tomato Soup, a delicious blend of slowly roasted tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and creamy goodness. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this rich soup elevates the classic tomato flavor with a velvety texture that pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwiches. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create this delightful dish in no time. Whether you’re enjoying it as an appetizer or a main course, each spoonful is a taste of comfort that will warm your heart.
Ingredients
- 10 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. On a baking sheet, arrange quartered tomatoes cut-side up. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 30–35 minutes until caramelized.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Combine roasted tomatoes (with juices) into the pot along with broth, herbs, and sugar.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Simmer gently for 30 minutes before stirring in heavy cream.
- Serve hot; garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg