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Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup

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A velvety and comforting creamy tomato soup made with canned tomatoes, perfect for cozy winter days.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • Optional: up to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves and tender stems
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or generous pinch dried thyme)
  • One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable stock or broth
  • Optional: ½ cup dry, unoaked white wine
  • 2 cups heavy cream, milk, or unsweetened plant milk of choice
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions and carrots. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook until fragrant for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add herbs, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Simmer covered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Blend the soup until smooth, either in batches or using an immersion blender.
  7. Stir in cream or milk and heat through.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with desired toppings.

Notes

This soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Make sure to season to taste as you cook.

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