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Classic Creamy Tomato Soup
Traditional dish · American
A rich and comforting classic tomato soup made from scratch with ripe tomatoes, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of cream for a velvety smooth finish.
Ingredients
- Ripe tomatoes2 lbs
- Yellow onion1 medium
- Garlic cloves3
- Vegetable broth4 cups
- Heavy cream1/2 cup
- Butter2 tbsp
- Olive oil1 tbsp
- Sugar1 tsp
- Fresh basil1/4 cup, chopped
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Roughly chop tomatoes, onion, and garlic.
- 2
Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 3
Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- 5
Add chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until tomatoes are very soft.
- 7
Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (in batches if necessary) or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth.
- 8
Return the soup to the pot. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil.
- 9
Heat gently for a few minutes until warmed through, but do not boil.
- 10
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.
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