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Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

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This rich and comforting Roasted Tomato Basil Soup is perfect for cozy evenings. Roasting the tomatoes adds a deep, caramelized flavor, making it the perfect pairing for crispy grilled cheese sandwiches or homemade croutons.

Ingredients

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  • 9 Roma tomatoes, sliced lengthwise
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 (28 oz.) can San Marzano tomatoes, crushed
  • 1 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 cups chicken stock (substitute with vegetable stock for vegetarian)
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roast the Tomatoes:
    Spread the halved tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 1 hour until softened and slightly caramelized. Set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics:
    Heat the butter in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the Tomatoes and Basil:
    Add the roasted tomatoes, crushed San Marzano tomatoes, chopped basil, and sugar to the pot. Stir well. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Simmer with Stock:
    Pour in the chicken stock and add the roasted tomatoes to the pot. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Blend the Soup:
    Use an immersion blender to purée the soup directly in the pot. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth. Return to the pot.
  • Add Cream and Serve:
    Stir in the heavy cream and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve hot, topped with optional homemade croutons or alongside a grilled cheese sandwich.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • To make it vegetarian, use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.

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