Creamy Tomato SoupIngredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Salt and black pepper to tasteInstructions:
1.
In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, warm the olive oil.
2.
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4.
Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened.
5.
Puree the soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth.
6.
Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7.
Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for a few more minutes, until heated through.
8.
If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
9.
Serve garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
Tips:
For a richer flavor, use fire-roasted diced tomatoes.
If you don’t have heavy cream, you can use milk instead.
To make the soup vegan, use vegetable broth and omit the cream and Parmesan cheese.
Serve the soup with crusty bread, croutons, or crackers for dipping.

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