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Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

A comforting and delicious soup made with fresh tomatoes and aromatic basil, perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Roasting
  • 3 pounds tomatoes (any variety, cut in half) Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • 6 cloves garlic (skin on)
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided) 3-4 tablespoons for roasting, 1 tablespoon for sautéing onions.
  • Salt Salt and pepper (to taste) Adjust seasoning based on personal taste.
For the Soup
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion (minced) Cook until golden and fragrant.
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt Adjust based on personal taste.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper Adjust based on personal taste.
  • 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth) Use low-sodium for health considerations.
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves Adds a lot of flavor to the soup.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Spread tomatoes and garlic on a large baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle 3 to 4 tablespoons of olive oil over the tomatoes and garlic, then season with salt and pepper.
Roasting
  1. Roast in the oven for about 30 to 35 minutes until tomatoes are lightly charred and tender.
  2. Let the tray cool for 5 minutes before removing the skin from the garlic.
Cooking the Soup
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add minced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until golden.
  3. Add the roasted tomatoes and garlic, along with the vegetable or chicken broth.
  4. Stir in fresh basil leaves.
Blending
  1. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend on high until creamy.
  2. Alternatively, use an immersion blender directly in the pot.
Final Simmer
  1. Return blended soup to the pot and let it simmer on low for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Serve hot, optionally garnished with olive oil or fresh basil.

Notes

For a creamier soup, stir in some heavy cream or coconut milk after blending. Adjust the thickness by adding more broth if desired. Garnish with croutons or cheese for added texture.