My Deluxe Tomato Soup

Warm your soul with My Deluxe Tomato Soup, a luxurious twist on the classic comfort dish. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe whole peeled tomatoes with the savory depth of sautéed onions, garlic, and fresh basil. Velvety heavy cream transforms the dish into a creamy delight, while a touch of sugar balances the acidity for a perfectly smooth flavor profile. The addition of fresh vegetables like carrots and celery enhances the heartiness, making it a satisfying meal on its own or a perfect partner to a crusty baguette. Garnish with grated parmesan and crunchy croutons for a delightful finishing touch to this restaurant-quality tomato soup. Ready in under an hour, this comforting, homemade soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium (peeled and diced) carrots
• 1 medium (diced) celery stalk
• 28 ounces (with juices) canned whole peeled tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 0.25 cups (chopped) fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cups (grated, for garnish) parmesan cheese
• 1 cup (for garnish, optional) croutons

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the canned whole peeled tomatoes with their juices, vegetable broth, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the mixture to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and chopped basil leaves. Cook for an additional 5 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated parmesan cheese and croutons, if using.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Deluxe Tomato Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1753.2 grams (1753.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1200

Total Fat 60.80g	78%
Saturated Fat 31.50g	158%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 145mg	48%
Sodium 5332mg	232%
Total Carbohydrate 133.80g	49%
Dietary Fiber 27.80g	99%
Total Sugars 57.50g
Protein 30.90g	62%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 569mg	44%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 2992mg	64%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 44.4%