Ultimate Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe: Simple, Delicious, and Perfect for Any Season

 

ngredients:

• 6 ripe tomatoes (or 2 cans of whole peeled tomatoes)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 3 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (for a creamy version)
• Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the tomatoes

• If you're using fresh tomatoes, bring a pot of water to a boil. Make small "X" slashes on the bottoms of the tomatoes.
• Place the tomatoes in the boiling water for about 1 minute until the skin begins to peel off. Remove the tomatoes and place them in ice-cold water to stop the cooking process.
• Peel off the skins, then roughly chop the tomatoes. Set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the vegetables

• In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened.
• Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3: Cook the tomatoes

• Add the chopped fresh tomatoes (or canned tomatoes) to the pot with the onions, garlic, and carrots.
• Stir in the dried basil (if using) and sugar (optional), and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4: Blend the soup

• Once the tomatoes and vegetables have softened and cooked down, use an immersion blender to purée the soup directly in the pot. Alternatively, you can let the soup cool slightly and blend it in batches in a regular blender until smooth.

Step 5: Add broth

• After blending, return the soup to the pot (if needed) and add 3 cups of vegetable or chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 6: Make it creamy (optional)

• For a creamy texture, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk. Stir it in and heat for another 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7: Serve

• Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
• Serve with crusty bread, grilled cheese, or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top for added flavor!

Enjoy your homemade tomato soup!

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