Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup 🍅
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: Serves 4-6
Description:
This luscious Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup is the epitome of comfort and flavor. It’s the kind of soup that makes you forget about canned versions altogether. Crafted with ripe Italian-style or grape tomatoes, it’s a celebration of simplicity and taste. Whether you opt for Italian flair or stick to classic grape tomatoes, this soup promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights. Perfect for chilly evenings or light lunches, it’s a culinary masterpiece you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 Italian-style tomatoes
- 2/3 cup canned tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 1 sweet onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 clove
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 scallions, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In an 8-quart stockpot, bring fresh tomatoes and canned tomato sauce to a gentle boil over medium heat. |
| 2 | Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. |
| 3 | Add finely chopped onion, celery salt, sugar, bay leaf, and clove to the simmering tomato mixture. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes. |
| 4 | Meanwhile, in a separate small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. |
| 5 | Sauté the finely chopped onion until it turns tender and golden. Once done, set it aside. |
| 6 | To the melted butter, add flour, kosher salt, and fresh ground pepper, stirring to form a thick paste. |
| 7 | Slowly pour in the milk, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Heat over medium heat until the milk thickens, but do not let it boil. |
| 8 | After the tomatoes have simmered for 15 minutes, remove the bay leaf and clove from the mixture. |
| 9 | Using a hand-held immersion blender, puree the tomato mixture until smooth. |
| 10 | Stir in the baking soda to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. |
| 11 | Gradually add the thickened milk mixture to the tomato puree, stirring constantly to incorporate. Heat the soup for 1 minute. |
| 12 | Serve hot, garnishing each bowl with finely chopped scallions for an extra burst of flavor. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 221.5
- Fat: 10.8g
- Saturated Fat: 6.5g
- Cholesterol: 32.3mg
- Sodium: 1729.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 10.2g
- Protein: 7.3g
This Fresh Cream of Tomato Soup is not just a dish; it’s a culinary journey that delights the senses and warms the soul. With its rich, velvety texture and vibrant tomato flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy it with crusty bread or a simple salad for a satisfying meal that nourishes both body and spirit.
