Creamy Tomato Soup
A rich and velvety creamy tomato soup that warms the soul and delights the senses. Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially paired with toasted bread.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 kg ripe tomatoes, chopped Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes for best flavor.
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 50 g butter For sautéing.
- 200 ml double cream Add it when reheating for best texture.
- Fresh herbs (like basil or thyme), finely chopped Experiment with different herb combinations.
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Toasted bread, for serving Choose crusty bread for best results.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Toss in the chopped tomatoes and cook them down until they start to break apart.
- Stir in your chosen herbs, and season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Using a blender, blend the mixture until smooth – be careful with the hot soup!
- Return the blended soup to heat, add the double cream, and warm it through gently.
- Serve hot, accompanied by slices of toasted bread.
Notes
For added richness, consider a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of olive oil. To serve, ladle into warm bowls and top with extra herbs for color.