Why Make This Recipe
Homemade tomato soup is a comforting dish that warms the soul. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner and is easy to make. This recipe is simple and uses ingredients you might already have at home. Making your own soup means you can control the flavors and make it just the way you like.
How to Make Homemade Tomato Soup
Ingredients
- Canned tomatoes
- Onion
- Garlic
- Vegetable broth
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Basil
Directions
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add canned tomatoes and vegetable broth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and basil.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.
How to Serve Homemade Tomato Soup
Serve your tomato soup hot. It pairs well with grilled cheese sandwiches or some crusty bread. You can also garnish it with fresh basil or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.
How to Store Homemade Tomato Soup
You can store leftover tomato soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer it to freezer bags or containers. It can last for up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Tips to Make Homemade Tomato Soup
- Use fresh garlic and onion for the best flavor.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of cream or milk before blending.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or oregano to change the flavor.
Variation
You can add vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Another variation is using fresh tomatoes instead of canned ones, but make sure to cook them down until they are soft.
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
Yes, fresh tomatoes can be used. Peel and chop them, and cook until soft.
2. Can I make this soup vegan?
This recipe is already vegan since it uses vegetable broth and no dairy products.
3. How can I make it spicier?
Add crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper during the cooking process to bring some heat to the soup.
Homemade Tomato Soup
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans Canned tomatoes Use whole or diced tomatoes.
- 1 Onion Chopped.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 4 cups Vegetable broth Low-sodium recommended.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
- to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
- to taste Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
- 1 teaspoon Basil Dried or fresh based on preference.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add canned tomatoes and vegetable broth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and basil.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.