A comforting and simple homemade tomato soup, perfect for a rainy day or alongside a sandwich.
Author:Claire
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:35 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Instructions
Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Pour in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth.
Stir in dried basil, salt, and pepper.
Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth. Work in batches if necessary and be cautious with hot liquids.
Return the pureed soup to the pot.
Stir in heavy cream and sugar (if using).
Heat gently until warmed through, but do not boil.
Serve hot.
Notes
For a smoother texture, you can strain the soup after blending to remove any remaining skins or seeds.
This soup pairs wonderfully with grilled cheese sandwiches.