Get ready to transform your ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary experience with this mouthwatering Roasted Tomato Soup that promises to tantalize your senses and warm your soul! Imagine rich, caramelized tomatoes bursting with intense flavor, perfectly roasted to create a soup so delicious, you'll want to make it again and again. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a cooking novice, this recipe is your ticket to restaurant-quality comfort food that will impress everyone at the table.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Arrange halved tomatoes cut-side up on the baking sheet. Scatter chopped onion around the tomatoes and place unpeeled garlic cloves on the sheet.
- Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, ensuring an even coating. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors of the ingredients.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the tomatoes are caramelized and slightly charred at the edges, and the onions are soft and golden.
- Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a large pot.
- Transfer the roasted tomatoes and onions to the pot. Add vegetable broth and dried basil, stirring to combine.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender in batches, blending until creamy.
- Simmer the soup over medium heat for 5-7 minutes to meld the flavors and ensure it's heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad.
Tips
- Choose ripe, high-quality tomatoes for the most intense flavor - the better the tomatoes, the more delicious your soup!
- Don't rush the roasting process; letting the tomatoes caramelize creates depth and sweetness.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent vegetables from sticking.
- If you don't have an immersion blender, a regular blender works great - just be careful when blending hot liquids.
- For extra creaminess, consider adding a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of crème fraîche.
- Fresh basil is key - it adds a bright, aromatic finish to the soup.
- Pair with a crusty sourdough or grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort meal experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
