Fresh & Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe

Nothing says comfort food like a warm soup on a cold day. The best thing about a classic tomato soup is that it's a simple, easy dish that you can pair with anything; a protein, some pasta, a salad, or – the all-time favourite – a hearty grilled cheese sandwich!

If you have some fresh produce and a trusty hand blender, it'll be super easy to create this creamy tomato soup recipe. Enjoy a mix of tomatoes, rich butter and cream, flavourful herbs and seasoning, and a savoury broth, making this the ultimate dish for a warm, cozy night in.

As with any soup recipe, the key is building up that flavour gradually. By following these simple steps, creamy homemade soup has never been so easy!

Images & recipe via Cooking Classy

Ingredients

• 76g unsalted butter, cut into 5 pieces
• 3½ cups chopped yellow onion
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic (6 cloves)
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• Approx. 1600g fresh/canned tomatoes
• 3 basil sprigs (plus more chopped basil for serving if desired!)
• 2 tsp granulated sugar (adjustable to taste)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 parmesan rind
• Heavy cream (optional for serving)

Method

1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in onions and saute until slightly browned and caramelised (about 10 minutes).

2. Reduce to medium heat, and add garlic – saute until fragrant (only 20-30 seconds). Add flour and stir constantly for 1 minute.

3. While stirring, pour chicken broth into the pot. Cook and whisk until the flour has blended in (about 1 minute).

4. Add in tomatoes, basil sprigs, and the parmesan rind. Season with salt, pepper, and a hint of sugar to taste.

5. Bring to a light simmer and reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer while stirring occasionally (make sure to scrape the bottoms of the pot too to prevent burning!) Cook for about 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.

6. Remove pot from the heat, and take out the parmesan rind and basil sprigs. Then, use a handheld mixer or blender to puree the soup until smooth and lump-free!

7. Your soup is ready! Serve it warm and top with a swirl of cream or chopped basil if desired.