Tomato Cream

Indulge in the velvety richness of Tomato Cream, a luscious blend of sweet crushed tomatoes and heavy cream perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic, sautéed onion, and fresh basil. This comforting recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Simmered with a touch of vegetable or chicken stock, a hint of sugar, and freshly ground black pepper, this dish emphasizes flavor depth while remaining delightfully simple. Pureed to silky perfection, it can be served as a creamy tomato soup alongside crusty bread or used as a decadent sauce for pasta. Optional Parmesan cheese adds a delightful final flourish to this versatile, crowd-pleasing recipe. Perfect for meal prep or last-minute cravings, Tomato Cream is destined to become your go-to comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 800 grams Crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Vegetable or chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 10 units Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 3

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Add the vegetable or chicken stock, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Once the sauce has thickened slightly, use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until it’s smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and blend, then return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and let it heat through for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the sauce is warm but not boiling.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add a pinch more salt, sugar, or pepper to suit your preferences.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves. If you’d like, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce for extra richness and flavor.

Step 10

Serve hot as a soup with crusty bread or use it as a creamy tomato sauce poured over your favorite pasta dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1537.9 grams (1537.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1611

Total Fat 127.30g	163%
Saturated Fat 63.20g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 288mg	96%
Sodium 5211mg	227%
Total Carbohydrate 69.90g	25%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 39.40g
Protein 37.60g	75%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 909mg	70%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2147mg	46%

*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: 72.7%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 17.7%