Creamy Tomato Soup | Easy Homemade Comfort Food
Smooth, rich, and flavorful tomato soup made from scratch. Perfect for cozy lunches or dinners all year round. This creamy tomato soup is a classic that never goes out of style. Smooth, tangy, and perfectly balanced with a hint of cream, it’s comfort in a bowl. Ideal for cool evenings or light lunches, this soup pairs beautifully with grilled cheese or crusty bread. It’s homemade simplicity at its finest — full of warmth, flavor, and nourishment.
Ingrédients
Method
- Sauté the base: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft and fragrant.
- Add tomatoes: Then, stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes to release their juices.
- Simmer: Next, pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
- Blend: Meanwhile, use a hand blender to purée the soup until smooth.
- Finish: Finally, stir in the cream, season with salt and pepper, and reheat gently without boiling. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs. Tips & Variations
- Add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.
- For a vegan option, replace cream with coconut milk.
- Stir in cooked rice or pasta for a more filling meal.
- Nutritional Note
- Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants, especially lycopene, which supports heart health.
- Creamy, comforting, and full of homemade goodness, this tomato soup is a go-to recipe for every season. Serve it with a slice of warm bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort combo.
