homemade tomato soup

Jasper, TX
Updated on Sep 30, 2012

This takes a little time to make but it pairs perfectly with a grilled cheese sandwich. Even picky eaters (like the ones in my house) like it!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cups roma tomatoes, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon basil, fresh, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
  • 2 - 3 teaspoons sugar

How To Make homemade tomato soup

  • Step 1
    Saute onion and garlic in butter over medium-low heat until tender in a heavy-bottom dutch oven or other large pot.
  • Step 2
    Add chopped tomatoes and chicken broth and cook over medium heat for approximately 15 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before transferring to a blender. Puree until smooth.
  • Step 4
    Return to pot and add the remaining ingredients. Simmer another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Step 5
    Serve steaming hot with grilled cheese sandwiches.
  • Step 6
    **If you like creamy soup, stir in 1/2 c. heavy cream at the end of the cooking time **

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Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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