Tomato Soup
Homemade tomato soup is a classic and comforting dish made from fresh tomatoes and a blend of aromatic ingredients. It is a versatile and nutritious soup that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of accompaniments such as grilled cheese sandwiches or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (900 g) fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cup (960 ml) vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, or a dollop of cream
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in alarge pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sautéthe onion until it turns translucent and releases a fragrant aroma, whichusually takes around 5 minutes
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Stir and cook for about 5 minutesuntil the tomatoes begin to soften.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the dried basil and dried oregano. Thoroughly stir the mixture and bring it to a gentlesimmer. Let it cook for 15-20minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the tomatoes to break down.
- Using an immersion blender or a countertop blender, carefully puree thesoup until smooth. If using a countertop blender, puree thesoup in batches and then transfer it back to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as desired.
- If desired, garnish the soup with fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, or a dollop of cream before serving.
- Serve the homemade tomato soup hot with your favorite bread or as a sidewith grilled cheese sandwiches.
Notes
This quick and easy recipe will give you a delicious homemade tomato soup in no time. Feel free to adjust the seasonings and add your own personal touches to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy!