Easy Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

Easy Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

Whether you have an abundance of peak summer tomatoes or the less flavorful ones found in winter, this roasted tomato soup with garlic and basil is the perfect solution. Roasting transforms even lackluster tomatoes, bringing out their sweetness and creating a delicious base for the soup.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds fresh tomatoes

    try a mix of tomatoes like heirlooms, cherry, vine, or plum tomatoes

  • 6 medium cloves garlic

    peeled

  • 1 medium onion

    peeled and quartered

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes

    optional for a bit of heat

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

    see our tips for using non-dairy or lower fat milk

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

  2. 2

    Transfer the roasted tomatoes, onion, garlic cloves, and all the pan juices to a large soup pot or Dutch oven. Place the pot over medium-high heat.

Easy Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

Easy Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

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About this Recipe

Looking for a way to transform your tomatoes, whether they're sun-ripened summer gems or winter's paler offerings? This easy roasted tomato soup recipe brings out their very best, creating a comforting bowl that's rich in flavor.

The magic truly happens in the oven, transforming humble ingredients into something extraordinary. Roasting the fresh tomatoes, garlic, and onion concentrates their natural sugars and develops an incredible depth of savory-sweet flavor. This simple technique ensures even less-than-perfect winter tomatoes emerge intensely flavorful, setting this soup apart from any stovetop version.

Imagine a bowl of pure comfort: a vibrant, rich soup with a wonderfully silky texture. Every spoonful delivers a delightful balance of sweet, sun-kissed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and the fresh, herbaceous brightness of basil. The touch of butter and heavy cream rounds out the flavors, creating a satisfying and comforting soup that's both wholesome and feels like a special treat.

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to what you have on hand. Feel free to use a mix of tomatoes like heirlooms, cherry, vine, or plum for varying sweetness and acidity. For a richer flavor, swap vegetable broth for chicken broth, and consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle warmth.

This roasted tomato soup is perfect for a comforting lunch or a light dinner, especially when served alongside a crusty piece of bread or a classic grilled cheese sandwich. Its warm, inviting flavors are ideal for any season.

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