Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup (Canned Tomatoes)
For a cozy and heartwarming dish to fend off the chill, this Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup (Canned Tomatoes) is your go-to recipe. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this soup combines the vibrant flavors of canned tomatoes, fresh herbs, and creamy goodness to create a bowl of comfort that warms your soul. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it pairs beautifully with grilled cheese or crusty bread, making it an irresistible meal for everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- one 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable stock or broth
- 2 cups heavy cream or unsweetened plant milk
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and carrots; season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook for another minute.
- Add basil, thyme, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth (and optional grape juice). Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or stand blender.
- Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat; stir in cream or plant milk until warmed through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg