Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Introducing a culinary classic that embodies comfort and warmth: Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup. This velvety concoction starts with ripe tomatoes, roasted to perfection to bring out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Blended to a silky consistency and infused with aromatic basil, this soup is a symphony of rich, savory goodness. Get ready to savor a bowlful of pure comfort that will have you coming back for more.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 354kcal
Equipment
- Large Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 4 lbs. Tomato (quartered)
- 1 ½ lbs. Red Bell Pepper (3 Peppers)(cleaned and halved)
- 1 Cup Onion (1 medium)(chopped)
- 2 Tsp Garlic (8 cloves)
- 4 Cups Chicken Stock
- 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- 2/3 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1/3 Cup Basil (chopped)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Tomatoes and Red Peppers: Wash and core the tomatoes, then cut them in half. Place them on a baking sheet. Cut the red peppers in half, remove the seeds and stem, and place them on the same baking sheet,
- Roast the Vegetables: Drizzle the tomatoes and red peppers with a bit of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until they are softened and slightly caramelized.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: While the tomatoes and peppers are roasting, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a bit of olive oil. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Roasted Vegetables and Chicken Stock: Once the tomatoes and peppers are done roasting (you can pull off the tomato and pepper skins at this point if you desire), transfer them to the pot with the onions and garlic and add the chicken stock. Use an immersion blender and blend until smooth.
- Season and Simmer: Season the soup with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Allow the soup to simmer over low heat for about 20-30 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add Fresh Basil: Just before serving, stir in the fresh chopped basil. This adds a bright, herbaceous note to the soup.
- Add Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir until well combined. This step adds creaminess and a luxurious texture to the soup
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the creamy roasted tomato basil soup into bowls and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 2707mg | Potassium: 1695mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 5606IU | Vitamin C: 146mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 3mg